WOOL IN YOUR WARDROBE

Wool is a welcomed fiber for nearly any professional

encounter. Its versatility and practicality make wool

appropriate for any situation, look or style. Garments

that contain wool resist wrinkling, drape beautifully,

retain shape, travel well and project confidence. If you

make the investment to wear wool, the fashion staple

pays off time after time.

POPULARITY & INNOVATION

In a recent study, the top four characteristics listed

on wool are comfort, fit, durability and ease of care.

This research supports the rapidly growing trend

of quality and comfort driven clothing. As of late,

dressing up sometimes looks like dressing down.

And the wool industry is responding. With innovative

blends and finishes, and fabric weights lighter than

ever before, designers are taking wool to new heights

with elegant garments that are easy to wear.

C O N F I D E N C E . N O T J U S T O N Y O U R S L E E V E .

W O V E N I N T O I T .

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ExperienceWool.

Woolen and Worsted are two major classifications

for wool yarns and fabrics. Here are the differences:

Spun from shorter wool fibers—one to three

inches in length—spun from fibers of medium or

coarse diameter, fibers are washed, scoured and

carded

Spun from longer wool fibers—longer than three

inches in length—spun from fibers of fine diameter,

fibers are washed, scoured, carded, combed

and drawn

Bulky, texture low to medium slack twist,

less tensile strength

Fine, smooth, even, tigher twist,

higher tensile strength

Soft, fuzzy, thick, heavier weight Crisp, smooth, clear-faced, lighter weight

More insulatory due to trapped air, less durable,

wear reduces shine

Less insulatory, more durable than woolens, may

become shiny with use, holds creases and shape

Sweaters, carpets, tweeds, upholstery Next to skin baselayers, Suits, dresses,

gabardines, crepes

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