Geelong Lambswool
Geelong lambswool is the finest snow white merino lambswool, even in length and soft and springy to handle. It's these luxurious qualities which make Geelong lambswool so desirable. The Australian merino sheep which produce this fibre have been carefully bred over the years to ensure that their young yield the finest micron lambswool in the world. Although each farm can produce tons of raw wool each year, only very few bales will be pure Geelong. Which is why it is such an exclusive commodity, ranking amongst the most luxurious of natural fibres.
Merino
The merino sheep is prized for the quality of its wool. Super fine merinos are regarded as having the finest and softest wool of any sheep. The beauty of the fibre itself is evident in intense, cold-weather or high-performance applications, where merino distinguishes itself from cotton and polyester fabrics by offering superior breathability, temperature regulation, moisture control, and inherent anti-microbial properties. Unlike "traditional" wool, merino is much finer, softer, and, best of all, itch-free for all but those with severe sensitivities or lanolin allergies.
The term merino is widely used in the textile industries with varied meanings. Originally it denoted the wool of Merino sheep reared in Spain, but due to the equivalent quality of Australian and New Zealand wools, the term now has broader use. In the dress-goods and knitting trades, the term "Merino" means an article containing Merino wool.
Cashmere
The Cashmere goat is the source of the wool that becomes cashmere fibre for clothing and other textiles. Cashmere is characterised as luxuriously soft, with high napability and loft, or ‘fluffyness’. It is recognised as providing natural and luxurious light-weight insulation, without bulk. Cashmere is extremely warm, protecting goats from cold mountain temperatures. Fibres are highly adaptable and are easily constructed into fine or thick yarns, and light to heavy-weight fabrics. Appropriate for all climates, a high moisture content allows insulation properties to change with the relative humidity in the air.
Silk
Silk is a natural protein fibre that can be woven into textiles. The shimmering appearance for which silk is prized comes from the fibres' triangular prism-like structure which allows silk cloth to refract incoming light at different angles. Silk fabric was first developed in ancient China, possibly as early as 6000 BC. Due to its texture and lustre, silk remains to this day amongst the most popular luxury fabrics.
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