What is flannel?

Flanel is a type of textile known for its comfortable texture and insulating properties. This makes it a popular fabric to wear during fall and winter. Its best-known uses within menswear are soft flannel shirts, overshirts and pants

What is the difference between cotton and flannel?

It is important to know that flannel is not a material, but a finishing technique. Flannel can consist of different materials, such as cotton, wool, synthetic fiber or a mix of these. The famous downy texture is the result of roughening or ‘brushing’ the fabric after weaving. This allows heat to be retained more easily. This makes flannel a better alternative for winter than regular cotton. You can choose to ééone or more sides of the fabric to be brushed.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of flannel?

Flanel is not only pleasantly warm and soft, but also lightweight. Though it is good to keep in mind that this fabric is prone to shrinkage when exposed to high temperatures, especially if it is made from natural fibers such as wool or cotton. Because of this, it is important to follow the instructions on the label of the respective garment. People with sensitive skin or allergyën may experience irritation when wearing flannel, especially with wool or synthetic fibers.

How to wear flannel:

Flanel is available in different patterns and colors, such as plaid, stripes and solid shades. Depending on the design and thickness, flannel can be worn both casually and formally. Thus, it is suitable as an outer layer or extra layer in combination with other garments. This makes flannel a popular and versatile fabric for fall and winter wear within menswear.