How to Style Blue?
Let’s talk about blues – and no, not the kind that comes with rainy days! We’re diving into the world of blue hues in fashion. From soft pastels to deep navy, blue is one of […]
Information on Fabrics
What is Jersey fabric and why is it a must-have?
What is Jersey Fabric: Jersey fabric is a type of knit fabric known for its comfort and stretchiness, primarily used in clothing. Unlike traditional woven fabrics, jersey is knitted using continuous loops of yarn, resulting […]
What are the best socks fabrics?
Guide to the Best Sock Materials: Cotton, Bamboo, Silk and Merino Wool Choosing the right fabrics for socks can make a huge difference in your everyday life as they are the first line of […]
A Quick Guide to Doing Laundry
How to wash your clothes: water temperature for different fabrics, different types of detergents and the methods for treating common problems like stains and odour. Keeping your clothes clean is important for maintaining personal hygiene. […]
Mending/Darning Clothing
Mending, repairing, reusing, and recycling Mending clothing is the act of repairing imperfections that have developed from being well-worn. These include holes, tears, missing buttons, or permanent stains. Most often, repairing these involve some kind […]
Benefits of Silk during the winter
At Patra our story began with Silk. The elegant and luxurious feel on your skin is second to none. So, what other benefits of silk are there, especially through those cool winter months? Silk is […]
The benefits of wearing Bamboo-Cotton during the summer
Making the right clothing choices is important. Not only does it affect how you look and feel, but the choices you make also have an impact on the environment. It is important to choose clothing […]
Africa Fashion Exhibition – V&A London
The Africa fashion exhibition is set to take place at the Victoria and Albert museum. It will attempt to recreate the narrative of Africa by showcasing its independence and creativity after decades of false assumption. […]
Underwear Confidence Tips
Every woman deserves to feel comfortable and confident in her body and one of the best ways to do this is with a good set of underwear. But what exactly makes the perfect underwear set? […]
Skincare and the benefits of bamboo face cloths
How to make your self-care more sustainable and skin kind Taking care of your skin is an important part of self-care but with so many products out there, it can be hard to find the […]