As you should already know, the way you care for your clothes will contribute to the longevity of them; this is particularly true with woollen clothing. And one of the biggest elements of looking after your clothes is the way you wash them and the type of detergents that you use. So, when caring for your wool clothing should you go for homemade or for commercial detergents? As you are about to discover, both methods have their perceived advantages and disadvantages. Let’s look at homemade detergents first. Wool Washing With Homemade Detergents With growing concerns over the amount of chemicals in everyday products, some might consider a homemade detergent a better alternative. Homemade versions tend to include regular ingredients like...
Cashmere was once the go-to choice for luxury and warmth, but recently it’s gained a new rival: alpaca. Alpaca has grown in use across the clothing and textile industry, and the fiber is considered to have many advantages over other kinds of fleece. Alpaca is also being heavily promoted throughout the world, including in the States, the UK, Australia and Europe as the fiber to choose. But what lies behind its surge in popularity? As you’ll about the learn, there are many reasons that could explain its fresh appeal. Alpaca Is Warmer And Lighter Alpaca is considered warmer and lighter than many other common clothing materials, including cashmere. However, it’s lightweight nature doesn’t make it any less durable or practical;...
Whether you’re a novice or a professional, a layering system is one of the best ways of dressing for your outdoor pursuits. It’s a clothing system that has long been used by many an outdoor lover, and it has many advantages. However, if you are new to hiking, cycling, hunting or an active lifestyle, you might not realize the full benefits of it. If you aren’t already layering, here are just some of the reasons that it’s a smart move for the challenges of the great outdoors. Layering Enables Lightweight Packing Packing light is imperative if you don’t want to be burdened down with gear. Layering your clothing can significantly reduce the weight you’ll have to carry – and the weight...
With inactivity among kids being such a common theme these days, introducing them to the great outdoors from an early age can only be a good thing. And a great way of doing this is through day hikes. Although day hikes can be challenging, there are plenty of family friendly routes available and there are trails that are well-suited for novices. But as you might expect, when you’re taking small children on a trail, it will involve some additional planning. So, if you’re considering a day hike with the kids, here are some must-read tips. Be Practical The two main things to think about when planning a day hike are the length of the route and the distance. From experience,...
You might think it's too early to start thinking about what to wear on the slopes this year, but there is nothing like planning ahead. Just look around. Several websites started predicting what would be hot on the slopes back in the summer, and stockists’ shelves are packed with ski wear all year round. So, what will the best dressed be wearing on the slopes this winter? What’s Hot On The Slopes? Designer brands like Helly Hanson, Stella McCartney and Armani are among those that have all released their ski wear lines, but it’s not just the well-known labels that are likely to be seen on the slopes come winter. Skiers are also turning to different types of wools and...
