Modal magic

Sunday, November 11, 2007

For some time until now, I used to love the feel of fleece. There is something warm, soft and soothing about fleece, which is why most adults(mainly adults that refuse to grow up) like stuffed toys. And then I chanced upon tees from a certain popular brand. And I have fallen in love with this material. The feel is smooth, sheer, figure hugging and I could live in this garment for days together and not feel like changing. So I look at the tag from a couple of these tees and it says 95% modal.

And of course, ever-helpful Wiki says this :

"Modal is a bio-based fiber made by spinning reconstituted cellulose from beech trees. It is about 50% more hygroscopic, or water-absorbent, per unit volume than cotton is. It is designed to dye just like cotton, and is color-fast when washed in warm water. Modal is essentially a variety of rayon.

Textiles made from Modal do not fibrillate, or pill, like cotton does, and are resistant to shrinkage and fading. They are smooth and soft, more so than even mercerized cotton, to the point where mineral deposits from hard water, such as lime, do not stick to the fabric surface. Like pure cotton, modal should ideally be ironed after washing.
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I haven't gotten out of a new tee I got meself last evening. And no, it wasn't designed to be sleepwear. I believe I posted earlier about comfort wear,that's right, them modal tees have taken over now.

Perfect end to a colorful, snack-binging Diwali weekend, what say?

4 mint(s) of wisdom:

Pillpopper said...

HA! Now I know why we were always gifted fleece coats all the time! Kindly wash your modals before you reach here. Does it have anything to do with modal auxiliaries?

By Deepa and Supriya said...

hmmm interesting....modal, eh? gotta find one of those

FH said...

Where is that Khara biscuit?!!:D

Altoid said...

PPP : YOu're sooooooooooo off tangent :D

Orchid : Yes, please do!

Asha : Tchah! Google and mine is the third entry. I hope the ones that do chance upon it, find it useful. Anyway since you're so nice and all, to help you, here's the link :
http://emolior.blogspot.com/2006/11/all-about-bs-bangalore-bakeries.html