Summer is just around the corner, and a viscose summer dress is the perfect choice. Viscose is a natural, breathable fabric. This makes it ideal for warm days, as it allows air to circulate and prevents you from getting too hot.
In our collection, we use various viscose fabrics for our women’s dresses. For example, we have very airy voile viscose, satin viscose, and stretch viscose. Here’s an overview of the viscose summer dresses we offer in the JANICE collection
Voile Viscose
This is the lightest viscose—the name “voile viscose” says it all. It’s a thinner fabric that’s very breathable. Not only is it ideal for summer dresses, but it’s also great for women’s blouses.
Satin viscose
Super soft, satin viscose has a silky, satin-like feel. Softer than the softest clouds. This viscose fabric is just slightly heavier than voile viscose. A dress made from this satin viscose will make you feel very feminine. Shop JANICE’s viscose women’s dresses here
Stretch viscose
We’ve added stretch viscose to our collection for the first time this season, and it’s already a huge hit. It stretches where needed thanks to the spandex woven into the fabric. Of course, this viscose women’s dress is also breathable. We’ve used this fabric to create the Hudson women’s dress, which features a fitted bodice, a loose-fitting bottom, and two side pockets
So what exactly is viscose?
Viscose is not a completely natural fabric, like cashmere or cotton, nor is it a completely synthetic fiber, like microfiber or polyester. Viscose’s unique characteristics stem precisely from this middle ground.
How is viscose produced?
Like modal, viscose is a man-made fiber with a natural origin. In this case, that means the viscose fibers are industrially produced through a chemical process. However, they are derived from a natural raw material. Wood pulp is used for production, usually beech wood, but also, for example, wood from pine or eucalyptus trees. A recent development is the use of bamboo, as no pesticides or synthetic fertilizers are needed to grow this fast-growing tree species. This has made viscose production much more sustainable.
What are the characteristics of viscose clothing?
The chemical composition of viscose is almost identical to that of cotton. It is therefore no surprise that both materials share similar characteristics. The main difference lies in insulation. Viscose retains heat less effectively and is therefore particularly suitable for making summer clothing. Viscose fabrics are exceptionally soft, smooth, and have an elegant sheen. In the past, it was also known as “artificial silk.” Viscose fabrics are exceptionally versatile when it comes to dyeing, as the fibers absorb dye exceptionally well. No matter how often you wash viscose clothing, the colors remain as vibrant as new.
Viscose still has a reputation for being a material that wrinkles easily. However, thanks to optimized weaving techniques and blending with other fibers, this drawback is largely a thing of the past and is absolutely outweighed by the fabric’s unique comfort.
Colorful Prints
We have all our viscose summer dresses dyed or printed with colorful designs. We design all the prints ourselves; not a single one is purchased off-the-shelf. By designing our own prints, we deliver a truly authentic Janice product.
The viscose we source comes from Italy, Turkey, and France. We seek out the right plain fabrics, which we then have customized with our designs. This results in an eclectic mix of viscose qualities, making our women’s dresses in this collection absolutely top-notch!
What do you pair viscose fabrics with?
Viscose can be used on its own, but is usually combined with natural fabrics like cotton, wool, and linen. A blend with other synthetic fibers is also an option. Because of its elegant sheen and suppleness, viscose is often used for lightweight blouses or shirts and for accessories like shawls and scarves.
How do you care for viscose?
You can wash viscose clothing at a maximum temperature of 40°C. Since the fabric may shrink slightly, it’s best to follow the care instructions carefully. Also, avoid putting your viscose blouse or dress in the dryer; viscose dries very quickly on its own. Ironing is no problem at all, but don’t set your iron to the highest setting. This will prevent damage to the fabric. If you iron the garment inside out, the colors will stay vibrant longer.
You can find some of this information about viscose on Wikipedia.
Janice
JANICE stands for sustainability and operates exclusively in a sustainable manner. Not only do we work with high-quality, sustainable materials, but we also seek out manufacturers who operate “GREEN.” We select only the finest viscose fabrics, use only the softest wool, the richest stretch silk, temperature-regulating cupro, and the finest leather and cotton.
What we create is all about quality. You’ll see that reflected in the materials, finish, craftsmanship, and originality of our collection. With us, you won’t just find clothing—you’ll find a fascination with and adoration for women, brought to life through craftsmanship.
We’re obsessed with details
. Everything must be perfect—down to the last detail.
That unparalleled attention to detail isn’t just evident in Janice’s creations; you can feel it in everything surrounding them as well.
With playfulness, minimalism, and contrast. Eye-catching creations. When we admire a woman in a JANICE, it makes us shine too.
We believe that in everything you do, fun must come first. It has to be palpable, radiating from every aspect. Life is a celebration—and we provide the sparkles, fun, and embellishments.
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In previous JOURNALS, we’ve also talked about baby alpaca wool, and next week we’ll be discussing silk.