How to Read Fabric Composition Labels: A Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Material

・Beautiful drape: Creates an elegant, flowing silhouette.

・Good moisture absorption: Relatively good at absorbing moisture.

【Disadvantages】

・Weak against water: Fibers become weaker when wet, which may cause shrinkage or wrinkles.

・Weak against friction: Delicate and prone to damage from rubbing.

・Slow to dry: Like cotton, it tends to dry slowly.

4. Wool (especially Merino wool)

Wool may strongly remind many people of sweaters and suits, but today it is also widely used in high-performance clothing.

【Advantages】

・Moisture absorption and release: Wool absorbs sweat as vapor and releases it outward, helping keep the skin dry and making it less likely to cause sweat chill. This is one of its greatest strengths.

・Temperature regulation: The air layers inside the fibers act as insulation, helping you feel cool when it is hot and warm when it is cold. This makes wool comfortable throughout the year.

・Natural odor resistance: Helps suppress bacterial growth, making sweat odor less noticeable.

・Elasticity: Resistant to wrinkles and less likely to lose its shape.

・Soft feel against the skin: In particular, Merino wool has extremely fine fibers, so it is less likely to feel itchy and feels gentle on the skin.

・Flame resistance: Naturally resistant to fire.

・Biodegradability: As a natural fiber, wool is biodegradable and environmentally friendly.

【Disadvantages】

・Can be expensive: High-quality Merino wool can be more expensive than other materials.

・Risk of insect damage: Care is needed when storing wool items, although this can be prevented with proper care.