Fabrics (42)

How to Wear White Pants for Men

Done right, they look amazing; done wrong, you stick out like a sore thumb. Pulling off white pants can feel intimidating. With some background knowledge and styling tips, it is possible to answer the age-old (and … Read

Your Primer for Corduroy

Corduroy is an enigmatic fabric, dancing gracefully between casual and sophisticated looks. Sometimes, the material presents as rugged; at others, the velvety soft feel formed an aristocratic association – (more on that later). The dynamic and … Read

The Versatility of White Button-Up Shirts

People’s lifestyles, clothing preferences, and employer dress code (or lack thereof) vary wildly. So, there really aren’t many pieces of clothing that “every man should own.” The button-up shirt might be an exception. But that doesn’t … Read

Ordering Fabric Samples

How to order shirt fabric samples from Proper Cloth We try our best to make our shirt fabric photographs and descriptions communicate the true essence of a fabric, but sometimes you just have to see the … Read

How to Tell If a Product Will Be Restocked

Pending Restock Item/Fabric If the product page indicates an Estimated Restock Date, the item/fabric should be available for new orders around the estimated time indicated. Click ‘Be Notified When Back In Stock’ to receive an email … Read

Wool Suiting Fabric Basics

Wool is the most common natural fiber used for tailored suits, jackets, and trousers. The natural properties of wool, such as its durability, breathability, odor resistance, and wrinkle resistance, make it an ideal choice for tailored … Read

Must-Have Fabrics for Fall and Winter

Successful seasonal dressing hinges on fabric choice. When it comes to fall and winter, dense, heavy, warm fabrics are the cornerstones of weather-appropriate style. Below you’ll find the details of the essential fall and winter fabrics … Read

Proper Cloth Custom Washed Indigo Shirts

In 2015, Proper Cloth became the first menswear brand to offer custom Washed Indigo shirts. Here you’ll find answers to the most common questions we get about them. What is Washed Indigo? Washed indigo shirts go … Read

What Makes a Fabric Wrinkle Resistant?

Overview A fabric’s tendency to wrinkle – or not wrinkle – depends on several factors. Typically, weight, weave complexity, composition, and treatment (if any) dictate the level of a fabric’s wrinkle resistance. As a general rule, … Read

Wrinkle Resistance Ratings

Wrinkle resistance is entirely a matter of personal preference. Some guys will want their shirts to look freshly-pressed at all times, while others may not mind the lived-in look some wrinkles can give a shirt after … Read

Dress Shirt Fabrics Overview

Here we provide the definitive overview of the different types of fabrics commonly used in dress shirts.  By understanding what the different weaves mean for a fabric you can be sure to find the ideal dress … Read

Formaldehyde in Clothing and Non-Iron Shirts

History of Formaldehyde in Textiles Formaldehyde resins have been used to treat textiles, particularly cotton since the 1920’s. Formaldehyde treatments are usually applied to combat wrinkling, improve stain resistance/colorfastness, and prevent mildew. Essentially, it has been … Read