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Arctic Challenge

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on March 31, 2014July 14, 2015
  • Sport and Sponsorship
Arctic Challenge - Sposnsorship

Battling the elements with the help of Patra thermals   Stuart Foulstone, Civil Engineer and intrepid adventurer, will shortly be undertaking an Arctic dog sled challenge. This dangerous expedition, which involves spending five days and nights in sub-zero conditions, […]

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The Silk Road

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on March 25, 2014April 13, 2015
  • History & Science

A treacherous journey that shaped the modern world The Silk Road played a major part in the cultural and economic development of both Europe and Asia. This brutal route over land and sea transported far more […]

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High performance silk thermals and base layers for outdoor sports

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on March 13, 2014April 3, 2020
  • Information on Fabrics
Thermals and base layers for outdoor sports

Patra base layer essentials are versatile, breathable and ready for action From the ski slopes to the race track and every mountain range in-between  – our silk base layers work hard to keep your body […]

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Checks, Pastels & Florals – Spring & Summer Trends from Patra

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on March 3, 2014January 24, 2017
  • Collections

Look great with our pick of the top trends for Spring and Summer  The cold weather won’t be here for too much longer and it will be time to pack away your winter woolies before […]

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Yarn dyeing – Weaving an ancient tale of colour and quality

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on February 20, 2014
  • History & Science

At Patra we pride ourselves in doing things properly – and in the world of dyes one method stands head and shoulders above the rest. Yarn dyeing produces a greater depth of colour and a […]

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It’s time to put the spring back in your step

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on February 13, 2014
  • Fashion

Make every day a holiday with our new Spring-Summer collection Inspiration for this season’s new range has come from the warm colours and feel of the Mediterranean islands. We’re celebrating the region’s vibrant blue skies and […]

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The wonders of spider silk

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on January 30, 2014June 25, 2015
  • History & Science

The extraordinary cloth that took three years and over a million spiders to produce At some point, most of us have probably paused to marvel at the beauty and strength of a spider’s web. And […]

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Step into 2014 in style

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on January 23, 2014June 24, 2015
  • Fashion

Look great with our pick of the top trends for Spring / Summer The cold weather won’t be here for too much longer and it will be time to pack away your winter woolies before […]

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Good news from Patra

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on December 19, 2013June 25, 2015
  • Information on Silk

A positive review of 2013 and the warmest of wishes When you sit down with a cup of tea to read that morning’s paper, or select your favorite Sunday section to enjoy with a late […]

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Special last minute gifts for men

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on December 10, 2013January 24, 2017
  • Christmas

Get a little last minute inspiration this Christmas with our fantastic silk gift selection for him Christmas is almost upon us, but there’s still time to get those final gifts. And as always, Patra has […]

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