Fabric Guide
We love experimenting with different bamboo fabric blends. Firstly, it keeps things interesting and secondly, we find that different blends and constructions are suitable for different styles and purposes.
We all love the properties of bamboo but when it comes to clothing, we are all individuals and have different likes and dislikes.
We are offering bamboo to our customers in a variety of blends, constructions and thicknesses in the hope you will be able to find the bamboo that is best for you. However, with all the different fabric options available it can become very confusing. We have customers ask, “What is the best fabric for me?”, “What are the differences between each fabric?”.
We hope the below information answers your questions. If you have any further queries, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
EXPLORE
OUR FOUNDATION BLENDS
Composition: 95% bamboo viscose / 5% spandex OR 93% bamboo viscose / 7% spandex
Construction: Softline Jersey – has stretch. Our original bamboo fabric and still our most popular.
Characteristics:
- Soft
- Drapey
- Stretchy
- Breathable
- Holds colour well
UPF Rating: Our garments in medium - dark shades have a rating of UPF50+. Check individual products for UPF rating icon.
The small spandex component provides a little stretch for extra comfort and also helps the garment to keep its shape.
Watch our video here.
Composition: 70% bamboo viscose / 25% organic cotton / 5% spandex
Construction: Bamboo Organic Cotton Jersey – has stretch. This blend was introduced for people who prefer a little more thickness and structure in their garments. A popular fabric for tighter fitting styles, pants and skirts.
Characteristics:
- More structure than the bamboo spandex blend
- Soft
- Breathable
- Holds its shape well
- Stretchy
UPF Rating: UPF50+
The fabric is still lovely and soft but a little less delicate than the softline bamboo spandex blend.
Watch our video here.
SLUB JERSEY
Bamboo Linen Slub Collection
Composition: 52.5% bamboo viscose / 38.2% cotton / 4.8% linen / 4.5% spandex
Construction: Slub jersey - has stretch. Breathable and lightweight.
Characteristics:
- Irregular texture created by variations in yarn thickness during spinning, resulting in a unique, uneven appearance.
- Soft
- Stretchy
- Breathable
UPF Rating: UPF50+
Soft and airy, this fabric feels effortless to wear especially through the warmer months.
FRENCH TERRY JERSEY
French Terry Collection
Composition: 68% bamboo viscose / 27% organic cotton / 5% spandex
Construction: French terry jersey - has stretch. A luxuriously soft and thick fabric with natural stretch.
Characteristics:
- Thick and warm
- More structure
- Holds its shape well
- Soft
- Breathable
- Stretchy
UPF Rating: UPF50+
This thicker terry jersey blend offers warmth, structure, and comfort, making it ideal for trans-seasonal dressing and cooler months.
RIBBED JERSEY
Ribbed Collection
Composition: 66% bamboo viscose / 26% organic cotton / 8% spandex
Construction: Ribbed jersey - has stretch. The Ribbed jersey is a slightly thicker and structured bamboo and organic cotton blend.
Characteristics:
- Slightly thicker, and more structured than our bamboo softline fabric
- Holds its shape
- Soft
- Stretchy
- Breathable
UPF Rating: UPF50+
Soft, breathable, and shape-retaining, this blend is perfect for base layering in cooler weather.
WOVEN
Woven Collection
Composition: 70% bamboo viscose / 30% Linen
Construction: Woven - Non-stretch
Characteristics:
- lightweight
- drapey
- linen look with a soft feel
UPF Rating: Noosa, Brighton and Scandi have a rating of UPF50+. Check individual products for UPF rating icon.
KNIT
Travel Wrap Collection
Composition: 90% bamboo viscose / 5% recycled cashmere / 5% recycled wool
Construction: Machine knitted
Characteristics:
- Feels very soft due to the higher content of recycled cashmere and wool
- Cosy and warm
- Drapey
- Machine knitted fabric - has stretch
- Find out more about this fabric in our Travel Wraps blog
UPF Rating: Untested
KNIT
Knit Collection
Composition: 95% bamboo viscose / 3% cashmere / 2% wool
Construction: Machine knitted
Characteristics:
- Soft and cosy
- Stretch - knitted
UPF Rating: Untested
Caring For Your Bamboo
- Turn garment inside out
- Avoid washing with abrasive fabrics such as denim or velcro
- Machine wash with like colours
- Do not rub
- Do not bleach
- Line dry in shade or tumble dry low
- Cool iron if required