Fabrics Soft, firmly woven or knitted fabrics that are easy to care for, comfortable to skin, that do not wrinkle or soil readily, are the desirable fabrics for children’s clothing. Avoid clothing which must be drycleaned. Printed fabrics, corduroy and textured fabrics show less wrinkles and soil. Cotton is the most widely used fabric as it is easily washable and comfortable to wear.
Wool is warm but requires special care; it may irritate children’s delicate skin, and hence must not be worn next to skin. Polyester, nylon and acrylic clothes wear well and are cared for easily. A blend of cotton and polyester is often more comfortable for a child than pure polyester, as it is more absorbent. Observe children of various age groups and note what clothing they wear at ages years, years, years, years and years.