Poplin dresses - what are their features?

Poplin is a material that can be rarely found in the description of the composition of clothes; it is much more often used in the manufacture of home textiles. However, sometimes you can find dresses, blouses, shirts and other items made from this fabric in stores.

Undeservedly forgotten, poplin has excellent quality characteristics, which we will discuss in more detail below.

The name of this material is of Italian origin. Translated from Dante's language, it means "papal", and is associated with none other than the Pope. The fact is that initially poplin was produced in one of the papal residences, which was located in France - hence the unusual name of the fabric.

In this article, we will tell you about poplin dresses: the advantages and disadvantages of this garment, its fashionable variations and how to care for it.

The advantages of this material include:

• the ability to maintain shape for a long time;
• ease of staining and, as a result, a variety of colors;
• strength and durability;
• ease of care;
• ability to keep warm;
• relative cheapness;
• environmental friendliness and hypoallergenicity;
• predominantly natural composition;
• high degree of air permeability;
• the ability to quickly absorb moisture.

Poplin has significantly fewer disadvantages than advantages:

• poplin is quite tough, so it is not suitable for people with sensitive skin;
• cheap poplin is poorly colored, so it quickly loses its color.

The composition of poplin, however, like most other fabrics, has undergone significant changes over time. When this fabric first appeared, it was made from natural silk fibers.

When it comes to poplin bedding, it is usually made from 100% cotton.

Experts distinguish several varieties of poplin, depending on the composition and type of weaving: silk, semi-silk (a combination of a silk warp and a woolen "weft" - transverse threads) and cotton.

Poplin varieties differ, including in the size of the scar. The most popular dresses with a small rib.

Poplin dresses were once the prerogative of noble ladies, and now this fabric is so affordable that absolutely any girl can afford a poplin outfit. Not finding a suitable model of a poplin dress in the store, the craftswomen often sew it themselves, since this material is easily covered and does not create difficulties in work.

Since the fabric itself is rather unassuming, dresses made of it are not suitable for special occasions - they are more suitable for everyday life. Poplin dresses of the most simple cut look best: tunics, shifts, sundresses, bags, and the like. Absolutely any length is acceptable: a floor-length dress in a folk style and a very short dress with a high waist in the style of baby-dollars will look equally good.

Poplin dresses are very comfortable and lightweight. Styles can be varied, but the most popular are laconic models, in which the simplicity of the silhouette is compensated by bright colors. Poplin drapes well, flowing softly, so it looks great on skirts. Popular poplin models in retro style: with a tight bodice, a round neckline, a small sleeve and a fluffy bell skirt.

We also advise you to pay attention to practical shirt dresses and light poplin sundresses.

High-quality poplin is very easy to care for: it can be washed in a washing machine at any temperature and dried in a drum. In addition, such things do not need to be ironed, because after washing they restore their shape.

The problem is that today it is quite difficult to find a high quality poplin product, so if the material is in doubt, some precautions should be taken:

• Wash your dress at temperatures between 30 and 60 degrees.
• To remove complex contaminants, it is permissible to briefly raise the water temperature to 90 degrees.
• Dry in a place where direct sunlight does not penetrate.
• If there is a need for ironing, switch the iron to the "cotton" mode.