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September 16, 2026


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Fiber Characteristics

LINEN

Natural Fiber - made from flax, a vegetable fiber

CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Comfortable
  • Good strength, twice as strong as cotton
  • Hand-washable or dry-cleanable
  • Crisp hand
  • Tailors well
  • Absorbent
  • Dyes and prints well
  • Lightweight to heavyweight
  • No static or pilling problems
  • Fair abrasion resistant

MAJOR END USES:

  • Apparel - dresses, suits, separates, skirts, jackets, pants, blouses, shirts, childrenswear.
  • Home Fashions - curtains, draperies, upholstery, bedspreads, table linens, sheets, dish towels.
 

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Black Pocket Light n Tight Hi-Rise Capri 20
Say hello to the first in our new, more eco-friendly line-up. These capris are made from recycled water bottles but offer the same soft and compressive performance of the original Light n Tight line. 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 1520 - Men's Black Briefs (2 Pack)
Built for performance, our briefs work overtime to keep you fresh and funk-free.Unique antimicrobial fabric resists odors, wicks moisture, and stretches every which way. A structured crotch and groin area offer the firm-but-gentle support you want while anti-chafe seaming and strategic ventilation help you go the distance in comfort.

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