{"id":12042,"date":"2018-03-27T20:10:00","date_gmt":"2018-03-27T20:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sandbox.falcontailor.com\/material-fabrics\/"},"modified":"2026-06-08T11:14:42","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T11:14:42","slug":"material-fabrics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/falcontailor.com\/eng\/material-fabrics\/","title":{"rendered":"Material & fabrics"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Should I choose wool, linen, cotton \u2013 or a blend?<\/h1>\n

By Sir Vincent<\/em><\/p>\n

When choosing a suit or shirt, many gentlemen focus on colour, pattern and style.<\/p>\n

Yet the material is often the most important decision of all.<\/p>\n

The right fabric influences not only how a garment looks, but also how it feels, wears and ages over time.<\/p>\n

So, should you choose pure wool, linen or cotton? Or is a blend the better option?<\/p>\n

As is often the case in tailoring, the answer is simple:<\/p>\n

It depends.<\/p>\n

Suit fabrics<\/h2>\n

Wool<\/h3>\n

If I were forced to choose only one fabric for suits, it would almost certainly be wool.<\/p>\n

A high-quality wool fabric is comfortable, breathable, naturally resilient and suitable for most climates and occasions.<\/p>\n

It drapes beautifully, resists wrinkles better than many alternatives and can be worn throughout much of the year.<\/p>\n

For most gentlemen, wool remains the benchmark against which all other suit fabrics are measured.<\/p>\n

Wool blends<\/h3>\n

Pure wool is excellent, but that does not mean blends should be dismissed.<\/p>\n

When carefully composed, a blend can combine the strengths of different fibres.<\/p>\n

A small amount of technical fibre may improve durability. Silk may add softness and subtle lustre. Linen may create additional texture and character.<\/p>\n

A well-chosen blend is not a compromise.<\/p>\n

It is simply another option.<\/p>\n

Linen<\/h3>\n

Few fabrics are as closely associated with summer as linen.<\/p>\n

It is light, breathable and exceptionally comfortable in warm weather.<\/p>\n

Many first-time wearers worry about wrinkles. They should not.<\/p>\n

A linen suit is meant to develop creases. They are part of its character and charm.<\/p>\n

Rather than fighting them, embrace them.<\/p>\n

Cashmere and luxury fibres<\/h3>\n

For those seeking something particularly luxurious, fibres such as cashmere offer remarkable softness and comfort.<\/p>\n

These fabrics are often best reserved for garments that will not be subjected to heavy daily wear.<\/p>\n

Luxury is wonderful.<\/p>\n

Practicality remains important.<\/p>\n

Shirt fabrics<\/h2>\n

Cotton<\/h3>\n

Cotton remains the most popular shirt fabric for good reason.<\/p>\n

It is comfortable, breathable and versatile. A well-made cotton shirt works equally well in professional and casual settings.<\/p>\n

Long-staple cottons generally produce smoother, stronger and more refined fabrics.<\/p>\n

Quality matters.<\/p>\n

Linen shirts<\/h3>\n

A linen shirt on a warm summer day is one of life’s simpler pleasures.<\/p>\n

Cool, comfortable and effortlessly elegant, it brings a relaxed sophistication that few other fabrics can match.<\/p>\n

No gentleman should be without at least one.<\/p>\n

Understanding fabric quality<\/h2>\n

Many men assume that a higher Super number automatically means a better fabric.<\/p>\n

This is not always the case.<\/p>\n

The Super number primarily refers to the fineness of the wool fibres. While finer fibres can create a softer fabric, they do not automatically make it more durable or more suitable for every purpose.<\/p>\n

A beautifully woven Super 110’s cloth may serve you far better than an extremely delicate Super 180’s fabric intended for occasional use.<\/p>\n

Context matters.<\/p>\n

Looking after your garments<\/h2>\n

Even the finest fabric will disappoint if it is not properly cared for.<\/p>\n

Follow the care instructions, avoid unnecessary cleaning and allow garments to rest between wears.<\/p>\n

A good suit or shirt should not merely survive the years.<\/p>\n

It should improve with them.<\/p>\n

Final thoughts<\/h2>\n

There is no universally perfect fabric.<\/p>\n

There is only the right fabric for the right purpose.<\/p>\n

Choose quality. Choose thoughtfully. Choose with the seasons, the occasion and your lifestyle in mind.<\/p>\n

Do that, and you are unlikely to go wrong.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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