Fabrics Glossary
Fustian: The Fabric That Refused to Fade
For 1,800 years, fustian has hidden in plain sight—as corduroy, moleskin, and the jeans you’re wearing. Born in ancient Cairo, stained blue in Genoa, and worn as a uniform by...
Fustian: The Fabric That Refused to Fade
For 1,800 years, fustian has hidden in plain sight—as corduroy, moleskin, and the jeans you’re wearing. Born in ancient Cairo, stained blue in Genoa, and worn as a uniform by...
The Madras Revolution: How a Humble Fabric Beca...
Madras cotton is summer's iconic fabric, born in India and beloved for its vibrant, breathable checks. From preppy 1960s shirts to modern tailored pieces, its unique, fading character tells a...
The Madras Revolution: How a Humble Fabric Beca...
Madras cotton is summer's iconic fabric, born in India and beloved for its vibrant, breathable checks. From preppy 1960s shirts to modern tailored pieces, its unique, fading character tells a...
The Art of Batik: More Than Just Fabric, It’s a...
Batik is a centuries-old art of storytelling through wax-resist dyeing on fabric. Each handcrafted piece reflects cultural heritage, patience, and intricate beauty. More than just a pattern, batik is wearable...
The Art of Batik: More Than Just Fabric, It’s a...
Batik is a centuries-old art of storytelling through wax-resist dyeing on fabric. Each handcrafted piece reflects cultural heritage, patience, and intricate beauty. More than just a pattern, batik is wearable...
The Lightness of Being: Why Chiffon is the Secr...
Chiffon sheds its eveningwear label to become a modern menswear essential. Prized for its fluid drape and sheer texture, it introduces movement and sophistication through layered shirts, kimonos, and tanks....
The Lightness of Being: Why Chiffon is the Secr...
Chiffon sheds its eveningwear label to become a modern menswear essential. Prized for its fluid drape and sheer texture, it introduces movement and sophistication through layered shirts, kimonos, and tanks....
Style Spotlight: Decoding the Effortless Cool o...
Ricky Singh of Awake NY champions natural fabrics like cotton and wool for their ability to age with character. His philosophy balances these materials with synthetics for functionality, prioritizing quality,...
Style Spotlight: Decoding the Effortless Cool o...
Ricky Singh of Awake NY champions natural fabrics like cotton and wool for their ability to age with character. His philosophy balances these materials with synthetics for functionality, prioritizing quality,...
Waffle Fabric: The Textile Superstar You Need t...
Waffle fabric features a unique honeycomb weave that makes it highly absorbent, quick-drying, and breathable. This lightweight textile provides warmth without bulk and adds stylish texture to towels, robes, and...
Waffle Fabric: The Textile Superstar You Need t...
Waffle fabric features a unique honeycomb weave that makes it highly absorbent, quick-drying, and breathable. This lightweight textile provides warmth without bulk and adds stylish texture to towels, robes, and...