1. THE RAW MATERIAL
Some materials have the ability to flex more readily than others. i.e. Polyester will come back into place more readily than wool under the same conditions of force.
2. THE WEAVE
Plain weave cloths can crease easily, but have good recovery. A loosely constructed cloth will crease readily and hold the creases until further treatment is applied to remove them.
3. THE FINISH
A cloth that has a brushed (overcoating) or milled finish (flannel) is less likely to crease than a clear cut worsted suiting cloth. This is substantially due to its more compact construction (see 2.) and it's larger surface area.
4. REMOVE
Remove the jacket when seated, this is the main cause for creasing. Lay, or better still hang the jacket.
5. RECOVER
crumpled garments in a humid environment. Hang them somewhere warm and damp, e.g. in a bathroom, or vaporise them lightly with water.
Words by Fiona Greene
Greene and Clark Bespoke Tailors
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