Yarn twisting, spun silk and the techniques behind producing quality natural fabrics Do you know how fabric is made? Have you ever wondered how we progress from a single thread to a whole garment? At […]
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 […]
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 […]
Whether you’re on set or on the sofa this winter, we have breathable thermals to suit you As the nights draw in and the weather gets colder, indoors or outdoors, staying warm becomes a top […]
Classic and Elegant Tips for Summer Sunny days are too rare in London so when one finally came along last weekend I went for a walk and picnic with my family in Regents Park. People-watching […]
Give your wardrobe an all-natural update and look after sensitive skin Many of you, like me may have been born with hyper-sensitive skin and find that wearing garments made of synthetic materials such as polyester, […]
Spring-Summer 2016 looks that you can’t get enough of Here at Patra Selections we love reinventing favourite fashion classics. From your everyday t-shirt to our most popular modern floral prints and light pretty mosaic dresses; […]
From Navy uniform to a canvas for self expression: the rise of the classic tee We’ve all got one – easy to wash, easy to wear – regardless of age, gender or status most of […]
Watercolour prints, floaty florals and summertime stripes – the latest catwalk trends in the new Patra collection Our new Spring-Summer range has never looked better – with the most flattering cuts, the latest colours and […]