mercredi 26 février 2014

A Musto Fleece For Winter Warmth

By Eula Nichols


Keith Musto, an Olympic sailor and engineer, was keen to develop a product that could help sailors stay dry and warm while exposed to all sorts of weather conditions at sea. He decided to import synthetic fabric from America to make his first garments. The brand became so popular that it spread from sailing gear to garments suitable for other outdoor pursuits like horse riding. A Musto fleece is a popular addition to the wardrobes of stylish, sporty personalities.

Natural fibers like cotton and wool have been around for centuries. Wool was sheared off sheep, made into yarn and used for making garments well suited to keeping people warm in cold weather. This tough, durable and a resilient animal fiber with a soft touch had certain disadvantages however, particularly for those spending much of their time outdoors. Wool does not perform well when wet, taking a long time to dry. Special care must be taken when washing it as it can shrink to half its size if treated incorrectly.

The introduction of synthetic fibers changed things considerably. Now fleeces could be made with fabrics like polyester. These fabrics had a number of advantages over natural fabrics. For example, they could be washed and dried very easily without shrinkage. Synthetic fibers can be blended together as well, offering great versatility.

The breathable nature of synthetic fibers is of great benefit to those who are active outdoors like riders and skiers. This quality means that moisture surrounding the body is wicked out, leaving them dry. If they get wet in showers of rain, they dry extremely quickly. The fact that they are lightweight means that they can form a layer under another protective coat.

The development team of the company works together with well known figures in the sports world. This means that the products are designed to be as practical as possible, allowing wearers to move freely. Features like elasticized backs offer a more feminine fit for female wearers. Style and fit are tried and tested to ensure that wearers look as good as possible.

One of the collections, the Zara Phillips range of equestrian wear, has warm fleeces and others form part of the Evolution and Signature collections. Features on all of these garments are designed to be practical such as adjustable hoods, lined pockets to keep hands warm and front zippers that roll over at the top to keep the chin protected. These fleeces come in colors like red, blue, white and black.

The company website offers information about styles, colors and sizes of all garments as well as providing an insight into the origins of this brand and the innovative technologies it uses. The garments are also available at other online stores. It is important to check whether these are reputable suppliers with satisfactory terms and conditions before placing orders. It is possible to find special offers and sales of these garments online.

A Musto fleece garment offers those who spend much time outdoors the opportunity to stay warm and dry. They are able to move freely while doing all kinds of activities from yard work to riding, fishing and sailing. Add to this the fact that they are stylish too and it is no wonder they are so popular with those who both work and enjoy leisure activities outdoors in all kinds of weather.




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