Good point Kris. I’m sick of finding plastic in everything and everywhere. What I’m trying to say is that we all have different needs and different responses to fibers. However, the idea that they are using such a chemical to make soft drinks is a little concerning. A great place, not necessarily fashion wise…but even for 100% cotton bras…is Cottonique. I have respiratory reactions to synthetic fabrics; polyester and rayon being the worst. That means that you can mold it into whatever you want, and there are polyester threads of widely different properties. I stick mainly to cotton and silk, and sometime cashmere if I can afford it. I'm an electrician with a polyester uniform of 65 percent. But it is harder and more expensive to make than polyester with a higher filament count, so most clothing made from polyester is of the lower-grade. Carter makes lots of them. I’d like 3/4 or long sleeves or a jacket if dress is sleeveless. I have the same problem with wool, cashmere, and angora. I personally have spent big money on gorgeous silk and natural fiber items. Tightly woven polyester acts as a barrier to water because a tight weave makes any gaps between the threads too small for water droplets to pass - ideal rainproofing. This is the only way the clothing industry will listen…. For me too, certain fabrics just are too (what I call) ‘plastic’, so I skip those. If it’s 100% linen, you might consider having it dry cleaned — it doesn’t wrinkle as much as washing. You know that saying, 'opposites attract'? I find in the right proportion, they help each other and can make for a good product. Not as warm as wool, can irritate the skin. This is a fabric I will just not buy in the stores. It is ideal for heavier textiles like furniture covering and curtains. Also, if reference to the scientific process, yes you are wearing plastic when wearing polyester, but you are wearing plastic textiles which naturally have holes in them as a result of being woven together. polyester melts into a sticky substance while cotton burns. Until about 9 years ago, I slept between sheets that where a blend of polyester and cotton. But why is that? I once worked with an interfacing that contained goats hair (I think it was Armo hair canvas) while making a dressmaker suit. I have some Ann Taylor Loft dresses from that time, and they are 100% silk. Less conbustible than cotton or synthetics, easily returns to original shape, keeps you warm, is breathable, resistant to tearing. I was out shopping with a young Singaporean woman last week, when she noticed me checking the clothing labels. Think quality over quantity. Here the electrons are distributed evenly. This draws the two molecules together and they 'hang out'. I am currently on my Ipad which makes switching between windows very difficult. When my son was born (1951) I didn’t understand about fabrics and I am sure he suffered from the fabrics I put on him. Hey There, I love the breakdown of these fabrics as I am always explaining the differences to people after I took a textiles class in college. I’ve been reacting for 14yrs now. less than one year – which basically means they dont last. It sticks on my skin when I am sweating and just don’t have any flow or body. Thanks for the feedback Omkari. Please do a separate article on where to buy well made clothes online because I think everyone is done with the high street and I’d be so interested in finding a store/ brand I can finally trust! So for a little brush up for us all, here are some of the main fabrics and their qualities (most of the research was done through Wikipedia): The main problem for me of synthetic fabrics like polyester is that they don’t breathe. The old saying is true for charged particles. This fabric is light weight but does not want to be penetrated by the sewing machine needle. So, as with everything, there are times the natural fabrics work well. How to wear red – your comprehensive guide on wearing the color of love! Oil is non-polar; the elections are evenly distributed, so there is no positively or negatively charged end. I will not wear anything polyester, period. The almighty bottom dollar. And of course I totally agree when it comes to sportswear, as I’m a jogger and need moisture wicking clothing for that. And I do like milano fabric in pants and dresses for winter, which I think contains a small amount of polyester. So I really wonder: is it just me or are you picky about your fabrics as well? ‘Dryclean only’ is something I will try to avoid, except for coats. Thank goodness for the slip. It has enlighten me on things I didn’t even know before. (Isn’t athletic wear often made of polyester fabrics that actually wick sweat away from the body?) Cooler and so much better looking. I’ve personally not experienced bamboo yet, but hopefully others will see it and give you your feedback.. No sorry, I don’t have any experience with bamboo either. My Life Is Filled With More Beauty and Comfort Because of Polyester. Polyester melts and has a more oily smell, with black smoke. Once I slept in a hotel with 50% polyester sheets and I got all itchy. This results in a feeling of humidity all the time and I find it generally unpleasant. Unfortunately, many times when I really like a garment from a picture, I’m disappointed that it’s 100% polyester. Do you agree? The new substance appears to disappear into the water - this is the mechanism of dissolving. Waste water from textile factories containing leftover dye is difficult to treat and, as such, enters the environment where its toxicity causes serious problems to plant and animal life. For simple basics, J. Jill is perhaps the best at reliable quality and timelessness–their fit model is very boxy, however, so sizing down or having small alterations made may be advisable for some who prefer a more curve-skimming fit. Pretty interesting contradiction really . You will feel a soothing sensation when you sit on furniture cover made from polyester fabric. I want to add a different point of view concerning the price of clothing and affordability. It seems as though here in the UK,people don’t pay much attention to materials when buying clothing and are sometimes ready to fork out £100 on a polyester dress which cost £10 pounds to make just because of the brand name. Look at it this way — natural fabrics are cheaper than heat strokes. Possibly manufacturers are improving the quality a little these days. I have problems with synthetic fabrics and always look at the labels for primarily cotton in the clothing. Are you happier wearing those? Both polyester and viscose are man-made, but oil-based polyester repels water while plant-based viscose attracts and absorbs water. Well I just read all the comments and then went and checked all my clothes and was shockingly surprised that most of my best looking shirts and pants are 60% cotton and 40% polyester. Not only are synthetics (especially polyester) uncomfortable to wear, they are not healthy for you or the environment. not only don’t breathe, but a lot of times they don’t give. I ALWAYS look at fabric type. Both fibres are held in the same controlled atmosphere, which is saturated with water; this atmosphere forces the fibres to react to water – just as if you were wearing clothing made from these fibres on a hot and humid day. It is this affinity to water that makes viscose so good at absorbing water. This uneven distribution of electrical charge makes all the difference to how the cellulose interacts with water. I just don’t like the feel of artifical fibres. I detest polyester and acrylics but I don’t have the budget for Eileen Fisher – plus her clothes just don’t flatter my petite pear-shaped figure – way too boxy.

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