Tailor Fabric Selection and Care

Question 1

Which fabric weight is most appropriate for a structured men's suit jacket?

Accepted Answer

10–12 oz wool

Answer

A 10–12 oz wool provides the structure and drape needed for a quality suit jacket.

Question 2

What does the term 'grain line' refer to in fabric?

Accepted Answer

The direction of the warp threads

Answer

The grain line runs parallel to the warp (lengthwise) threads and determines how the fabric hangs.

Question 3

Which fabric is known for its natural crimp that adds resilience and wrinkle resistance?

Accepted Answer

Wool

Answer

Wool fibers have a natural crimp that gives them elasticity and resistance to wrinkling.

Question 4

What is the selvage of a fabric?

Accepted Answer

The finished edge along the lengthwise grain

Answer

The selvage is the tightly woven finished edge that runs along both lengthwise sides of the fabric.

Question 5

Which washing instruction symbol on a US care label indicates dry clean only?

Accepted Answer

A circle

Answer

A circle on a US care label indicates the garment should be dry cleaned.

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