Material questions ???

themerchantsofvintage

themerchantsofvintage

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The first pic is from an early to mid 60ish coat and it has extra long hairs - would anyone know if there is a term for this?

The 2nd pic is from an early 60s dress I've posted before and I'd like to know if anyone knows if there is a name for this type of wool that's soft and fuzzy on one side and plain on the inside?

THANKS!!!

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Here is a site telling different types of wool and offering samples.

http://www.raincitypublishing.com/35woolsamples.html

Here is a definition of worsted flannel.

<b>Definition of Worsted Flannel


Weave: Twill

Characteristics: Made in a variety of weights. More closely woven and harder than Wool_Flannel. Can have a very slight nap on one side. Tailors very well. Presses well and holds a hard crease.

Uses: Men's suits, jackets and trousers. Women's coats, suits, skirts, and tailored dresses.

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Thanks so much, Linda!!! We crossed posted earlier and I later found my All About Wool book!:BAGUSE: and although I don't have a sample I think it's French flannel:

Fine, lightweight flannel with a soft, velvety nap. It may be solid, striped or plaid. Used to make dressing gowns, shirts and dresses.

And the coat is definately a mohair - mohair plush, I think.

Sorry to have troubled you and thanks again!
 
Are you sure the second photo is wool and not acrilan?? Fleeced acrilan or washable wool was very popular in the 60s.

There is a name for your shaggy tweed coat. Hopefully I can find it. I don't think it's mohair but a mohair look-alike. Stay tuned.

Joan
 
I checked through some 60s glossaries. Shagmoor is a name that comes to mind although the brand name included several types of wool textures.

Forstmann also produced some great shaggy wools. Problem is that each fashion season gives a generic name and each manufacturer piggy backs on that with its own version. I had a shaggy camel in the early 60s so that will tell you how far astray fashion trends can wander LOL.

Mohair is small loops but is often mistaken for other fuzzy or shaggy effects.

Joan
 
I am listing an orange knit vest tonight that says acrilan on the label. I will be posting it on my update of sneak previews.

That is pretty long to be mohair but that is the only thing I can think of.

I have had several Shagmoor coats and they have all been of good quality.
 
Thanks so much, Joan! I'm not sure of anything. I worked in the printing industry for over 20 years and I can tell you everything about paper by the look and feel, but, except for a few dozen fabrics, I'm at a loss. I tried researching a tartan the other day and the number of tartans out there is staggering...

Fleeced acrilan is new to me, as is Shagmoor; so that's what they could be and I will put these as possibilities in the descriptions.

Again many thanks!
 
Shagmoor is a brand name so unless there is a label to that effect, don't use the name. Stay with shaggy tweeds or something similar. I wish I could remember a more specific fashion term that would be a sales turn-on.

I share your printing background, being in the PR and communications field for more decades than I want to admit.:violins: My second love are fonts, almost as many as there are fabric names:spin:

Joan
 
Thanks again, ladies!

"My second love are fonts, almost as many as there are fabric names" Ain't that the truth!

Thanks for posting the pic, Linda - mine does not look like Shagamoor - and I will check for your sneak preview of the vest.

By the way, Linda - I like your latest look and that kitten on the clothesline is ADORABLE.
 
Yes, Shagmoor produced various types of wool textures, some with low pile, some nubby, some shaggy. All depended on the fashion season.

Joan
 
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