Silk outfits to suit every occasion Silk is a wonderful fabric; lustrous, soft and elegant. It is a multi-faceted material – skin-kind, strong and stunning. With our new autumn staples and statement pieces, you can […]
The different types embroidery and its history Embroidery has been around for thousands of years and probably started out as a way of repairing garments. Over time, new stitches and techniques were employed to add […]
Get ready for Autumn with our new range of women’s clothes in natural fabrics The weather is about to get colder but we’ve come prepared! Our amazing Autumn Winter collection is finally here in all […]
Multi-faceted Silk and Bamboo thermals protecting you from the elements Over the years, we have sponsored several organisations and charities with our thermal baselayers. It has been not only fascinating having our thermals tried and […]
Versatile baselayers keeping actors warm, on and off set We at Patra love settling in to watch a blockbuster or binge on a boxset. Right now we’re waiting with baited breath for Rachel Weisz’s latest […]
Patra takes a look at top trends for next season Not many of us express a preference for cool winter days over the sunny summer season. However, milder days do have some positives, like that […]
From Brocade to Tussah – the properties and benefits of silk fabrics How well do you know your silks? At Patra, we’re often asked by many of you about the qualities of the different silks […]
How our in-house designers produce the prints and patterns that make our natural clothing so special Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the doors of the design room? It is always a hive […]
Tips and advice for walking – from gentle strolls to power struts Walking a wonderfully relaxing and easy way to stay fit. What’s more, experts suggest that walking just 30 minutes a day can benefit […]
A brief history of cotton fabric As one of the world’s oldest crops, cotton is believed to have first been grown in the Americas from as early as 5,000 BC, and was soon adopted by […]