Do you love to shop, but dread finding the right outfit that will keep you warm during those harsh winter days and cool during summer months? Then you are not alone. In fact, many people find it hard to buy the proper clothes that would keep them warm or comfortable. Below are some of the common clothing materials that are used to make shirts and dresses and hopefully would help you the next time you shop.

Fleece

Fleece is commonly used to give insulation and used for jackets, sweaters, blankets, mittens and sweat shirts. Natural fleece are usually gathered from sheep and tend to be expensive. A cheaper option are synthetic fibers which are made of wood cellulose. Polyester fleece are extremely durable, moisture resistant and dries up quickly. It is the preferred fabric for people who lives in extreme weather as it keeps them warm.

Cotton

Cotton is the most widely used material for clothes. The fiber is harvested from the cotton plants of the Malvaceae family and are widely found in Mexico, Africa and India. Cottons are absorbent and great for corduroys, socks, t-shirts and underwear. Cotton is also perfect for those who have allergy or sensitivity concerns as it is a natural hypoallergenic fiber. Cotton materials are also naturally resistant to dust and very breathable making it ideal for people who have skin problems such as eczema.

If you are looking for a wash and wear type, then cotton is the preferred choice of fabric.

Polyester

Polyester is a synthetic or manmade fiber that is cheaper, durable and has the ability to retain its shape which are highly desirable characteristics in the clothing industry. This material is commonly used for outer wear garments such as jackets, parka and sweater as it traps the air inside keeping the wearer warm during cold weather.

For people who are always on the go, polyester can be machine washed, dry clean and do not require ironing as it is wrinkle resistant.

Wool

Wool is all-natural, organic fiber that are gathered from animal hair. Depending on what type of animal the yarn comes from, one would come across a variety of these type such as angora, alpaca, camel vicuna and cashmere. Wool are great as it is breathable, natural insulators and mold resistant. Wool clothing can be knitted, felted or crochet and care has to be given as the fabric has the tendency to shrink.

These are just some of the clothing material commonly available in the market today.Hopefully, this would help you make an informed decision later and make you an informed and a smart shopper.