Sunday, June 29, 2014
Pret-a-Porter or Ready-to-Wear Clothing—Ever so Popular!
Imagine how hassle-free it would be not to go scouring around temperamental tailors! Imagine the relief from worrying about whether the stitch and cut is as you desire. The answer to all these woes of tailored clothes are ready-to-wear or prêt-à-porter garments. Stitched clothing sold in finished condition, in standardised sizes!
Such ready-to-wear clothing available in a number of sizes has helped women, as well as men, become conscious about their fitness and shape as they are manufactured in set specific, standardised sizes.
The convenience of pret-a-porter is unmatched. You can buy it off a rack even an hour before you need to wear it and there’s a staggering variety to choose from. You also get exactly what you see.
However, in case of pret-a-porter, it is important to be able to tell the difference between substandard, off-the-rack garments churned out by machines in factories by the hundreds and quality brand garments which pay attention to the slightest of details.
Reputed brands like Cotton & Cotton offer a sale on ready to wear men’s and women’s clothing this Ramazaan and Eid. Log onto ccshirts.com to view our range of chic women’s wear. Visit our outlets in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Faisalabad and Multan to choose from men’s kurtas on sale. Take the convenience of pret-a-porter to another level by shopping online from the Cotton & Cotton e-store and have your Eid garments delivered to your doorstep.
Such ready-to-wear clothing available in a number of sizes has helped women, as well as men, become conscious about their fitness and shape as they are manufactured in set specific, standardised sizes.
The convenience of pret-a-porter is unmatched. You can buy it off a rack even an hour before you need to wear it and there’s a staggering variety to choose from. You also get exactly what you see.
However, in case of pret-a-porter, it is important to be able to tell the difference between substandard, off-the-rack garments churned out by machines in factories by the hundreds and quality brand garments which pay attention to the slightest of details.
Reputed brands like Cotton & Cotton offer a sale on ready to wear men’s and women’s clothing this Ramazaan and Eid. Log onto ccshirts.com to view our range of chic women’s wear. Visit our outlets in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Faisalabad and Multan to choose from men’s kurtas on sale. Take the convenience of pret-a-porter to another level by shopping online from the Cotton & Cotton e-store and have your Eid garments delivered to your doorstep.
Tuesday, June 24, 2014
The Qualities of a Casual Shirt
Formal shirts may be reserved for those special occasions but it is casual shirts which are part of your day to day wardrobe. They are ideal for traveling or relaxing over the weekend. Thus it is essential not to compromise on the quality of casual shirts your purchase because they need to give you comfort, style as well as last you longer. Here’s a checklist of qualities you should keep in mind when buying a superior quality casual shirt.
The Ideal Fabric:
Cotton is a favorite fabric to make casual shirts because the softness and breathable quality of cotton makes it ideal to relax.Colors are also more defined and brighter on high quality cotton as compared to synthetics so it gives you a wide range of color options and offer relief from the formal or business attire you might wear to work. The high quality 2 ply Egyptian cotton fabrics used in Cotton & Cotton casual shirts give you all these assets.Comfortable Collar and Soft Cuffs:
An ideal casual shirt features a soft,button down collar with lighter weight, removable collar bones giving you just the right size and shape for a relaxed and casual look along with soft cuffs which can be easily rolled up.A Practical Pocket:
Casual shirts are functional and having a breast pocket helps you keep be practical. However, superior quality casual shirts like those available at Cotton & Cotton have pockets sewn so expertly that they don’t break the symmetry of the shirt.Log onto ccshirts.com and view the sale on Cotton & Cotton’s range of regular fit cotton shirts.
Monday, June 16, 2014
How to tell if it’s a Genuine Silk Tie
Ties of polyester, microfiber, cotton, satin or linen may have come as a cheaper option but there is certainly nothing like a genuine silk tie.
Silk ties are season less, because the method in which pure silk is fashioned is also something which has permeated seasons and generations. Made intricately from the cocoons of silk worms for over 5000 years, silk remains a fashion statement and a symbol of exclusive luxury.
Apart from its exclusivity is its inimitable look. The drape of the silk fabric as well as its gloss is what makes it stand out from imitations. A superior quality silk tie, like those available on ccshirts.com or at the Cotton & Cotton outlets, will have no loose threads, runs or bumps. Run your fingers along the fabric to determine the tightness of the weave and feel its texture.
Hold the tie up from one end, it should not twist and turn. This tells you whether the silk was cut on bias. Turn the tie over. In a genuine silk of the highest quality there should not be any visible threads and the folds/rolls should be of the same width on each edge.
From single colored, textured, two-toned, checkered to striped and patterned genuine silk ties, log onto ccshirts.com. Avail our exclusive sale on select ties and buy online to have the tie of your choice delivered to your doorstep.
Apart from its exclusivity is its inimitable look. The drape of the silk fabric as well as its gloss is what makes it stand out from imitations. A superior quality silk tie, like those available on ccshirts.com or at the Cotton & Cotton outlets, will have no loose threads, runs or bumps. Run your fingers along the fabric to determine the tightness of the weave and feel its texture.
Hold the tie up from one end, it should not twist and turn. This tells you whether the silk was cut on bias. Turn the tie over. In a genuine silk of the highest quality there should not be any visible threads and the folds/rolls should be of the same width on each edge.
From single colored, textured, two-toned, checkered to striped and patterned genuine silk ties, log onto ccshirts.com. Avail our exclusive sale on select ties and buy online to have the tie of your choice delivered to your doorstep.
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Taking Care of Silk Ties
Silk ties are a style icon known and loved for their superior quality, drape and glossy finish. The purchase of a genuine silk tie from a reputed brand like Cotton & Cotton comes with the responsibility of taking care of this luxury accessory. The fabric requires special attention while cleaning, packing and pressing to maintain its exceptional form and colour.
Here are a few tips every silk tie owner must be aware of to ensure the long life of his ties:
1. Always untie your ties after you are done wearing them as leaving knots will crease the fabric and form permanently. Hang them loosely as folding them will leave wrinkles.
2. When packing to travel hang silk ties in a garment bag. You can also fold the tie into four and gently slide it in the breast pocket of a suit. Make sure they are the first thing to unpack and hang overnight to allow the wrinkles to be smoothed away.
3. Only hand wash silk neckties gently with a mild liquid laundry soap. Make sure you do not wring it. Hang the tie to dry.
4. Dry cleaning silk ties is a big risk as that would subject the silk fabric to harsh chemicals.It will also cause the beautifully rolled edges to go flat when the dry cleaners press the tie.
5. When dining with a silk tie, tuck a napkin in your shirt collar. However, in case of stains dab talcum powder or corn starch on the stained portion and leave it overnight on the tie before brushing it off.
6. Ironing may also scorch or discolor silk ties. The best appliance to use to press silk ties is a hand steamer which should be used once every two months. An alternative is hanging ties in the bathroom during a hot shower. If ironing is unavoidable, place a towel beneath the silk tie and cover it with a slightly damp towel and iron at the lowest temperature. Let the towels dry before lifting them from the tie.
7. Tie clips leave holes and disfigure the tie. You can try inserting the tie tack on the back of your tie through the label to keep it in place.
Relish years of elegance with your branded silk ties from Cotton & Cotton with proper care of these prized items. View our wide and exclusive collection of genuine silk ties at ccshirts.com.
Here are a few tips every silk tie owner must be aware of to ensure the long life of his ties:
1. Always untie your ties after you are done wearing them as leaving knots will crease the fabric and form permanently. Hang them loosely as folding them will leave wrinkles.
2. When packing to travel hang silk ties in a garment bag. You can also fold the tie into four and gently slide it in the breast pocket of a suit. Make sure they are the first thing to unpack and hang overnight to allow the wrinkles to be smoothed away.
3. Only hand wash silk neckties gently with a mild liquid laundry soap. Make sure you do not wring it. Hang the tie to dry.
4. Dry cleaning silk ties is a big risk as that would subject the silk fabric to harsh chemicals.It will also cause the beautifully rolled edges to go flat when the dry cleaners press the tie.
5. When dining with a silk tie, tuck a napkin in your shirt collar. However, in case of stains dab talcum powder or corn starch on the stained portion and leave it overnight on the tie before brushing it off.
6. Ironing may also scorch or discolor silk ties. The best appliance to use to press silk ties is a hand steamer which should be used once every two months. An alternative is hanging ties in the bathroom during a hot shower. If ironing is unavoidable, place a towel beneath the silk tie and cover it with a slightly damp towel and iron at the lowest temperature. Let the towels dry before lifting them from the tie.
7. Tie clips leave holes and disfigure the tie. You can try inserting the tie tack on the back of your tie through the label to keep it in place.
Relish years of elegance with your branded silk ties from Cotton & Cotton with proper care of these prized items. View our wide and exclusive collection of genuine silk ties at ccshirts.com.
