How to wear prints in winter
Brighten up your wardrobe with patterns and prints Winter is such a dreary and drab season; cold and grey all around. The good news is that there is no reason why our clothes have to […]
Author: Rita Patra
10 Key Pieces You Need for Your Winter Wardrobe
The Patra essential items you need to keep warm and stylish in Winter 2018 Temperatures are slowly dropping, but have no fear! With the following ten key pieces you will keep the cold away, plus […]
What is Noil Silk?
The matt silk that is such a great fabric for womenswear At Patra, we pride ourselves on our silk knowledge. We select the purest, softest types of silk and thoroughly research the manufacturing process to […]
The Iconic Pencil Skirt and Its Origins
From Dior to Joan Collins: The People that made the Pencil Skirt famous time after time It is probably the most dependable skirt of all and famed for its ability to show off your figure. […]
The history, origins and benefits of cashmere
All your cashmere questions answered Cashmere is, rightly, considered the jewel in the crown of fabrics. It is the most precious and luxurious of fabrics, with a history spanning over centuries and involving some of […]
Sustainable and Versatile Bamboo Clothing
Why Bamboo clothing is the perfect choice for comfort as well as a more ethical wardrobe Fashion is probably the world’s biggest polluter. The industry depletes resources, pollutes water and air and creates a lot […]
The Patra Guide to Sleeves and Necklines
How sleeve lengths and necklines can define a garment Selecting a top or dress is not easy; sleeve length and necklines play a key role in the process. They have to reflect the occasion for […]
Patra AW18 Collection introduction
Our new Autumn Winter range is here – packed with gorgeous prints, new colour palettes and natural fabrics for the season ahead Even though it’s hard to think about a winter wardrobe in the recent […]
British Exploring Society Sponsorship
To the Himalayas and back with Patra’s thermal baselayers For the second year, Patra proudly supports the Himalayan expedition of the British Exploring Society. The trek, which will take place in August, is a challenging […]
Style trends for next season: what can you expect for Autumn/Winter 2018?
The top colours, prints and cuts that made the grade on the AW18 designer catwalk The arrival of this Summer’s collections came with the arctic temperatures and now we are about to welcome our Autumn Winter […]