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March 30, 2023


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Fiber Characteristics

COTTON

Natural Fiber - cellulosic

CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Comfortable
  • Soft hand
  • Absorbent
  • Good color retention, prints well
  • Machine-washable, dry-cleanable
  • Good strength
  • Drapes well
  • Easy to handle and sew

 

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  • Apparel - Wide range of wearing apparel: blouses, shirts, dresses, childrenswear, activewear, separates, swimwear, suits, jackets, skirts, pants, sweaters, hosiery, neckwear.
  • Home Fashions - curtains, draperies, bedspreads, comforters, throws, sheets, towels, table cloths, table mats, napkins.
 

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ZYIA - Item 883 - Navy Pocket Light N Tight Hi-Rise Capri 20
Say hello to the versatile capri edition our most popular legging. The high-performance design offers a firm compression that feels oh-so-supportive whether you plan to run a marathon or just run the day. The fitted design and high-quality fabric contours to your shape, & stay in place for a frictionless, effortlessly flattering look.

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ZYIA - Item 1215 - Black Cammo Havana Tank
Incredibly lightweight and breathable, our Havana tanks still carry a remarkable amount of attitude. The four-way stretch fabric & superior sweat wicking highly breathable design is paired with a supremely stylish camo pattern. Tiny stripes of mesh ventilation offer enhanced breathability and evaporate performance.

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