Fashion Design Textiles and Fabrics

Question 1

Which natural fiber, derived from the flax plant, is one of the oldest textiles in the world and is known for its breathability?

Accepted Answer

Linen

Answer

Linen, made from flax fibers, has been produced for over 30,000 years and is prized for its coolness, durability, and moisture-wicking properties.

Question 2

What term describes a fabric construction where threads are woven at a 45-degree angle to the selvage, giving it stretch and drape?

Accepted Answer

Bias cut

Answer

The bias cut runs diagonally across woven fabric at 45 degrees, creating natural stretch and a fluid drape that conforms to the body's curves.

Question 3

Silk is produced by which insect's cocoon?

Accepted Answer

Silkworm (Bombyx mori)

Answer

The Bombyx mori silkworm spins a single continuous filament up to 1,600 yards long to form its cocoon, which is unraveled to produce silk thread.

Question 4

What weave structure is used to make denim, creating the characteristic diagonal rib pattern?

Accepted Answer

Twill weave

Answer

Denim uses a twill weave where the weft thread passes under two or more warp threads, creating the distinctive diagonal pattern and durability.

Question 5

Which synthetic fiber, introduced by DuPont in 1938, was the first fully synthetic fiber and revolutionized women's hosiery?

Accepted Answer

Nylon

Answer

Nylon, developed by DuPont chemist Wallace Carothers, debuted commercially in 1938 as toothbrush bristles and then transformed women's stockings by replacing costly silk.

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Fashion Design Textiles and Fabrics