Modal fabric is a type of semi-synthetic fabric made from spinning beech tree cellulose. It is considered to be a more eco-friendly alternative to cotton. Modal fabric has several properties that make it a popular choice for clothing and other textiles:
- Softness: Modal fabric has an incredibly soft touch, making it comfortable to wear.
- Breathability: The fabrics weave is very breathable, making it great for sportswear, base layers, t-shirts, and underwear.
- Water absorbency: Modal is up to 50% more absorbent than cotton, so clothes made from it never feel sweaty and sticky.
- Durability: Modal is very strong because of the tight weave and the long fibers, making it hard-wearing and able to keep its shape and finish even after frequent washing.
- Natural stretch: Modals flexibility makes it ideal for items like t-shirts and athletic wear.
- Drapability: Modal has a beautiful drape that makes it ideal for clothing like evening dresses, formal shirts, and knitwear.
Modal fabric is commonly used in the fashion industry to produce clothing and accessories, including sportswear, pajamas, undergarments, hats, suits, blouses, coats, sweaters, and evening dresses. It is also used in furniture, upholstery, drapes, bed sheets, curtains, carpets, bathrobes, towels, and home decor. While modal is considered to be a more eco-friendly alternative to other semi-synthetic fabrics and organic fabrics, its sustainability status is complicated.
