Sentences with phrase «better than silk»

A patterned cotton / linen tee like this one is breezy and camouflages unsightly sweat stains (all too much a reality when shlepping a 10 lb laptop tote in the 90 degree heat) better than silk or delicate fabrics.

Not exact matches

In addition to the aforementioned tanks of yeast, the tie is a good vehicle for casually referencing scientists» previous failed attempts at mass producing spider silk (a valuable material that is tougher than regular silk and can be machine washed.)

That's because Solomon had silks and jewels, which is better by far than any flower I've ever seen.

Alpaca is a specialty fiber that has been described as stronger than mohair, finer than cashmere, smoother than silk, softer than cotton, warmer than goose down, and better - breathing than thermal knits.

Lycra and silk are better insulators next to the skin than cotton, in part because cotton will stay damp once it absorbs moisture.

Much softer and have more stretch than the Cosilana wool / silk shirts I purchased as well.

I'm still not convinced Westminster Village will suddenly be awash with «dove grey» silk or «midnight - blue» lace but it has to be better than the current crop of black trouser suits?

Binghamton University distinguished professor Ron Miles and graduate student Jian Zhou recently published a study in titled «Sensing fluctuating airflow with spider silk» that should lead to better microphones for hearing aids than traditional pressure - based systems.

Spider silk is already among the best spun polymer fibres when to comes to its tensile strength (actually higher than that of high grade steel) and strain, and especially toughness modulus.

Crafted from pure silk, it has a soft hand and a gorgeous drape and works better made into a dreamy veil than a voluminous skirt.

On the other hand, the jacket is much heavier than expected and in comparison to another all silk jacket I have and it took a good steaming to get it to look like a jacket.»

Moreover, you should consider materials other than cotton such as silk — a different fabric might be better for your body type.

This printed silk sundress has been stitched and restitched by us so many times to ensure it fits your body better than a cashmere glove.

From a practical perspective, sleeves are good things — even if the sleeved item is a short - sleeved silk sweater rather than a camisole or «shell.»

The dress has suffered a little bit of damage, and was quite musty after being stored in a basement for so many years, but the good thing is that it is polyester taffeta, rather than a more fragile material like silk, and so the stains came out, and the smell is (mostly) gone after a good airing out.

And what better to pair with my silk scarf than a sexy, little black dress and pearls.

I tell you, there is no better way to refresh your summer look than with wearing a silk scarf.

Sometimes it works, but on casual beach days, there's nothing better than a lightweight sweater, silk shorts and my favorite black hat.

Crafted from pure silk, it has a soft hand and a gorgeous drape and works better made into a dreamy bridal veil than a voluminous skirt.

My floral Banana Republic Factory Outlet dress in my opinion had better quality silk than this dress that is more than twice as expensive!

I also bought the Dillon silk shirt, liked this one much better than expected as well as a heavy cotton chartreuse blazer.

A well tailored tweed jacket with say, silk lining and perfect fit will feel more comfortable than any spandex yoga top.

And what about the potential opportunity cost — is it better to redeploy your funds, rather than hanging on & hoping for a silk purse out of a possible pig's ear?

I'll just stick to silk flowers for that matter, better save than sorry!

Combined with the advances in eco silk and naturally coloured long staple cotton we are working towards a performance clothing system that will not only perform better than any manmade on the market, but will also be completely organic and biodegradable.

Koidu adds, «In a sunless, low - energy kitchen, even a good quality silk plant in a drab corner adds warm, creative energy - more than a real, but wilting, plant.

and it is gorgeous with ted toile and silk check pillows... a la Charles Faudree... a better choice than a new sectional... Well worth the effort..