What is the difference between worsted, merino, Shetland and lambs wool?
Worsteds are made with longer fibers producing a surface that is smooth to the touch and comfortable to the skin. It is the standard for suits. However, merino wool is made of the finest grades of wool from Merino sheep in grades of 23 micron or finer. It is considered to be the best wool available for suiting and knits. Shetland wool is a fine wool from the undercoat of Shetland sheep (the Shetland Islands are off the coast of Scotland). It is used to make soft knitwear, sportswear, and coats. Today, however, the term is used loosely to describe similar fabrics and clothing made from coarser types of wool. Lambs wool is derived from the first shearing of a young lamb and is very fine and soft. How often should I dry clean my suit? First, it is important to know that you should always use a reputable drycleaner. Less quality drycleaners use less quality chemicals that could damage the fabric. You can wear a suit several times over a few months without sending it to the drycleaners. Als
