Sep
All Giovani cottons fabrics are produced from the “king” of cotton plants, renowned for its longer staples that allow it to provide finer, stronger threads. The cotton is firstly dried, to reduce moisture content and thoroughly cleaned to remove foreign matter. During the spinning process the fibers are straightened, aligned and bound together and the […]
Nov
The fine wools that Giovani supply have been produced from a carefully controlled production process that delivers the best possible results. The raw wool is thoroughly washed before passing through a combing process that frees it from unwanted impurities. After the first combing the wool takes on the soft and very fine texture necessary for […]
Oct
A simple test to check for genuine wool or cotton is to burn the fabric:- 1. Place a 5 cm. swatch in a fire-proof container and ignite a corner of the fabric – – Cotton will smell similar to the smell of burning paper. – Wool will smell similar to burning hair or feathers. – […]
Oct
The Bemberg brand is renowned for its soft and gentle feel; its environmentally-friendly manufacture and biodegradable disposal; its creativity in stylish elegance and comfort. The smooth and gentle contact between skin and fabric together with a fresh and relaxing elegance makes Bemberg Cupro the fiber of choice for a wide range of clothing, for bedding […]
Jan
A regenerated cellulose fiber derived from cotton linter (the ultra-fine, silky fibers that stick to the seeds of the cotton plant after it’s been ginned), Cupro is similar to rayon, but breathes and regulates body temperature like cotton. Its fine fiber structure and weight provides a silky texture that creates a fluid and elegant silhouette […]
Dec
Made from the natural fibers of the flax plant, Linen is renowned for its long life and durability. With tensile strength far greater than either cotton or wool, these fibers become even stronger after exposure to water, thus linen textiles become softer and more comfortable over time. Linen absorbs up to 20% of its own […]
Dec
Blended fabrics have not enjoyed a good reputation over the years. However, polyester fibers used nowadays have improved significantly; the modern fiber is a spun filament yarn consisting of many tiny fibers twisted together to create a similar structure to wool. The new blends are consequently far superior and provide excellent crease resistance and a […]
Aug
Cotton is arguably the world’s most important natural fiber. Its versatility makes it an ideal material for a wide range of products it is a staple of the clothing industry. It is a soft breathable textile that possesses the important characteristics of strength, durability and absorbency. It has good color retention an important factor in […]
Aug
Wool is the most natural of fibers; carefully selected and expertly woven, there is nothing that can match its quality and its versatility. Wool is naturally resilient and after stretching springs back into shape, thus resisting wrinkles. It is soft and luxurious to the touch and the fibers do not easily snag or break; a […]
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