Cashmere, silk, cotton and wool: the history and benefits of natural fabric mixes Silk is a stunning fabric, with many extraordinary properties. Although strong, breathable and hypoallergenic it is not always the ideal fabric for […]
From parachutes to printing, medicine to the military – there is more to silk than meets the eye Back in the depth of history right up to futuristic ambitions, designers, scientists and engineers have found […]
This year, Patra celebrates its 50th anniversary delivering high quality fashion in natural fabrics. Although a lot has changed since we arrived in May 1964, both in terms of fashion and the wider world, our […]
Our summer range is full of colour – from big bold tones to soft pastel shades. And we’ve added some really exciting new prints too. Our collection has been designed so you can mix and match across our colour palettes with ease. Best of all, our natural fabric mean breathability and comfort, so you’ll stay feeling fresh and confident.
From ancient oriental art to modern digital methods, here is a look at the wonderful world of textile printing. Printing, unlike dyeing, can use many colours to add a pattern on to a piece of […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]