Suit therapy

Creasing / Non-creasing fabrics

All cloths will crease to a certain degree but some qualities crease less easily than others. There are several natural factors governing the crease resistance of a cloth in the form of a garment. These examples are a generalisation and are all properties within each and every cloth.

• The raw material. Some materials have the ability to flex more readily than others. i.e. wool versus polyester. Polyester will come back into place more readily than wool under the same conditions of force.

• The construction. The weave and firmness of the cloth plays an important part in the pliability of the cloth. A firm cloth results in less creases and better crease resistance. Plain weave cloths can crease easily, but have good recovery. A loosely constructed cloth will crease readily and hold the creases until further treatment is applied to remove them.

• Fabric finish. A cloth that has a brushed (overcoating) or milled finish (flannel) is less likely to crease than a clear cut worsted suiting cloth. This is substantially due to its more compact construction (see 2.) and it's larger surface area.

Business men on the move

Within the Scabal collection, the following qualities offer an opportunity to wear a cloth that offers the most resistance to creasing.

SUPERTRONIC, High technology, Super 100's.

This Super 100's fine wool has been twisted into a yarn using a high degree of turns and woven in a twill construction that offers unrivalled performance and freshness. It is cool and crisp and outperforms any other cloth of it's type. It is an excellent performer for travel suitings whether it be the move or in the office.

BUSINESS CLASS

A high tech Super 100’s natural comfort suiting collection, which is crease shy and an exceedingly good performer. Available in a sturdy plain weave with special Nano finish TRAVEL COMFORT or the prunelle weave SUPERTRONIC, that optimize elegance for formal or semi-formal wear.

TURBO

The great crease resistance and easy maintenance properties make TURBO an ideal travel suit. Its lightweight and airy plain weave construction ensures comfort and style.
The huge range of plains, as well as classical and semi-fancy stripes and checks offer an appropriate choice for different kinds of business occasions. The collection is completed with a range of classical plains in a slightly heavier quality also made in England.

Some extra useful hints

Cleaning


• It is always necessary to consult the cleaning instructions of each garment and have the work carried out by a renowned company.
• Pockets, lapels and collars should be brushed frequently.
• Never rub a stain. Dab it gently in order not to damage the surface.
• Crumpled garments recover better in a humid environment. Hang them somewhere warm and damp, e.g. in a bathroom, or vaporise them lightly with water.

  Travel
  

• Remove the jacket when seated, this is the main cause for creasing.
• Lay, or better still hang the jacket.

  Change of suit
  

• Garments should be changed each day. 2 days in concession can already be too much. The fibres and the shape of the garment need a rest.
• After wearing the jacket always hang on a substantial hanger that supports the shoulders, placing the trousers in a press, overnight should be sufficient.

Storage


• A garment requires a certain amount of space to breathe at all times. In the wardrobe leave a distance around the garment to breath and recover.
• Never store garments e.g. dirty seasonal garments that are soiled.