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Hello.
This is Ozaki from the ApparelX trend blog.
There are many different types of waterproof textile available in the world.
Recently, thanks to technological advances, the quality of these products has been steadily improving, such as making them waterproof and lightweight.
On the other hand, there are waterproof natural fiber textile that were developed decades ago and remain popular to this day.
This time, we will introduce you to the extremely popular Ventile!
Ventile is a very high density textile that is 100% cotton yet extremely waterproof.
It was originally developed for the British Air Force and has a history of being used as a waterproof suit.
The three basic features and benefits of Ventile are as follows.
The reason why it is highly waterproof despite being 100% cotton is due to the density of the weave.
It has a very high number of stitches and is woven at an extremely high density, which means it can block water droplets from outside and has high waterproof properties.
Using the same principle, it also blocks wind and is windproof.
On the other hand, water vapor from the inside can pass between the fibers, making it breathable and less likely to become stuffy.
This is a feature unique to Ventile, as it cannot be achieved with ordinary chemical fibers or water-repellent coatings.
Many textile fabrics are made from synthetic fibers such as nylon, but as mentioned above, Ventile is 100% cotton.
Because it is a natural fiber, it has a texture that synthetic fibers do not have. Also, because it is woven with ultra-fine thread at a high density, it has a more luxurious feel than regular cotton textile.
Perhaps it would convey a sense of luxury if I thought of it as similar to the gabardine used in trench coats from high-end British brands.
It has the texture unique to natural fibers and a luxurious feel, making it a beautiful material to look at.
As mentioned above, Ventile has a very high number of stitches, so it is heavier than waterproof textile made from synthetic fibers.
However, there are silhouettes that cannot be expressed without that weight, so I think the sense of solidity can also be seen as an advantage.
This is unavoidable, but the price is on the more expensive side for waterproof textile.
Ultra-fine thread is luxurious, and because it is woven in larger quantities than usual, the price is inevitably higher.
On the other hand, it can also be said that the textile is of high quality and has brand value.
This is a thick and sturdy gabardine with a glossy, luxurious feel.
It is recommended as an outerwear, not just a trench coat.
This is also gabardine, but compared to OS2300 it has a lower industry weight and a slightly more subdued shine.
It seems like it can be used for a wide variety of purposes, such as for pants and jackets.
This is a plain weave Ventile material.
It is thinner than gabardine and has a familiar look in a good way, so it can be used for a wide range of items, from outerwear to pants.
This is the thinnest Ventile material available at apparelx.
It is a versatile material that can be used for tops such as jackets and shirts.
Thank you for reading to the end.
There are many highly functional waterproof textile, but it is rare to find one that combines the texture and presence of Ventile.
The interesting thing about textile and clothing is that they have merits that can't be explained simply by convenience and functionality.
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