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The history, origins and benefits of cashmere

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on October 10, 2018April 3, 2020
  • Heritage
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 […]

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Natural Fabrics and the “Fashioned from Nature” Exhibition at the V&A

  • by Kate Hawes
  • Posted on June 7, 2018April 3, 2020
  • Health and Wellness
Fashion and nature

Patra highlights the importance of natural fabrics and the relationship between nature and fashion The link between fashion and nature is intrinsic and long-standing. For centuries we have been using natural resources, everything from feathers […]

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Royal Wedding Dresses History

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on May 2, 2018May 2, 2018
  • Heritage
Royal wedding dresses history

The design detail and craftsmanship behind some of the most famous wedding dresses in history For many young girls, brought up with stories of princesses and fairy tales, a dream wedding dress holds a special […]

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From pretty camis to thermal long johns: Exploring the origins of underwear

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on March 20, 2018May 3, 2018
  • Heritage
patra the history of underwear

A brief history of underwear and the natural fabrics that make a perfect set of smalls Great underwear really makes a big difference, like dependable friends that you can always rely on. Made of natural […]

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All about nightwear

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on March 12, 2018March 12, 2018
  • Collections
Patra: A history of nightwear

A brief history of nightwear and what to wear for a great night’s sleep Have you ever wondered how your pyjamas, nightdresses or dressing gowns came about? Without them, our nights would be all the […]

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Patra’s History: The UK family business with strong values

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on February 28, 2018April 3, 2020
  • Fashion
The history of Patra

An interview with Mrs. Patra Patra Selections is a family business dating back through decades, with a long history behind it. Today, we are sitting down with Mrs. Patra, the founder of the company, to […]

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An Introduction to Tencel fabric

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on February 6, 2018April 3, 2020
  • Collections
Tercel Dress from Patra

Sustainable, breathable and comfortable Tencel clothing The latest fabric that is taking the fashion world (and beyond) by storm is Tencel. Despite not being a recent development, Tencel has managed to make brands and consumers […]

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Just a needle and thread: The art of embroidery       

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on September 14, 2017September 14, 2017
  • Heritage

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 […]

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Types of Cotton – its properties and benefits

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on April 25, 2017April 25, 2017
  • History & Science

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 […]

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Style icons through the Queen’s reign

  • by Rita Patra
  • Posted on April 4, 2017April 4, 2017
  • Fashion
Patra iconic fashion

We celebrate the Queen’s birthday and look at the top trends and fashionistas of the past 60 years Since ascending to the throne in February 1952, Queen Elizabeth’s style has continued to evolve to reflect […]

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