Every woman should have a formal business suit in her wardrobe that can highlight the advantages of the figure and hide unnecessary flaws. The right style and color can present any girl favorably. And the best in this matter is the Barbie material (Marciano fabric), or the fabric of the Barbie suit, as many call it.
Description of barbie fabric
Barbie fabric has appeared on the market relatively recently. With its advantageous external parameters and pleasant price, it has already managed to conquer many girls.
For your information! There is also Barbie-crepe - a fabric that differs from Barbie in its twisted threads, which make it denser. Barbie has a more matte color, it is softer and much lighter than regular crepe.
So, Barbie is a fabric that has a synthetic base with the addition of polyester. The standard composition of Barbie fabric is 95% polyester and 5% elastane. More expensive ones use cotton or viscose. This composition gives the fabric an excellent ability to stretch and fit exactly on the figure.
There are certain differences between Barbie and crepe:
- has a slight shine, which significantly distinguishes it from crepe;
- ability to stretch along the base;
- porous structure, which gives an excellent opportunity to play with shape, it easily lends itself to any manipulation;
- This material is mainly used to create suits and dresses in business or formal style;
- drapes well;
- resistance to deformation, almost does not wrinkle;
- absorbs paint well, does not wash out and does not change color when exposed to sunlight.
Important! Since the fabric is 95% synthetic, it may be uncomfortable to wear in the summer and cause irritation and diaper rash on the skin.
Characteristics and Applications
In winter, the dense fabric of the Barbie perfectly retains heat.
The material has a number of positive characteristics:
- is completely resistant to deformation. If the suit fabric contains a proportion of stretch, the material will stretch well and easily return to its original form;
- products made from such fabric will advantageously emphasize the contours of the female figure;
- if the composition contains cotton or viscose, this will allow the suit to breathe and allow air to pass through;
- outerwear made from such material will perfectly retain heat in cold weather and will look expensive and beautiful;
- It is very easy to drape. This advantage can be used to highlight the waist with darts or pleats;
- when natural fibers are used in the material, it is perfect for long-term wear throughout the day. It will be comfortable to move around in clothes made from it, and the appearance will not be wrinkled by the end of the day;
- does not require additional care, everything is quite standard.
The scope of application of such material is quite wide. Mainly used for sewing business and evening clothes. Barbie is taken as a basis for creating skirts, school uniforms, various cuts of skirts.
Please note! Due to the addition of synthetics, the fabric holds its color perfectly, does not fade, does not burn out in the sun. And the reasonable price per cut significantly raises the Barbie rating on the market.
Types
There are several types of barbie fabric available on the market:
- a single-color material, which implies the presence of all possible colors and shades, in demand by a large number of people;
- print - the presence of various patterns;
- Double-sided — a fairly popular material on the market. It implies the economical use of one material on both sides.
List of types into which barbie fabric is further divided:
- The costume Barbie has already known characteristics: elasticity, durability, does not wrinkle, retains color;
- Barbie-crepe thanks to the use of viscose in the composition is more similar to natural fabrics. It has the properties of air permeability, increased strength, resistance to deformation;
- barbie light fabric is a light version of the already known fabric. The light version is perfect for the summer period, if you need to go to work or study in a business style. In the hot period of the year, the body will be able to breathe and will not cause irritation. Such material has a low density;
- stretch barbie fabric is a material with a high percentage of spandex. It does not wrinkle, stretches well, returning to shape, fits perfectly on a woman's figure.
What can be sewn
The material is designed to create business suits in a lightweight version, dresses and light coats. With its distribution and high demand on the market, other products from such fabric began to appear: skirts, vests, casual clothes. The fabric is often used to create school uniforms. Large educational institutions order identical uniforms for their students in batches.
After analyzing frequently sold products made from Barbie fabric, several groups are distinguished, for the creation of which this material is used:
- goods for special occasions;
- casual wear;
- business uniform or style.
Before sewing, it is worth finally deciding which type will suit a particular type of figure:
- for summer dresses, it is worth paying attention to natural fabrics;
- to make a business suit, you should choose a thicker fabric, so the suit will look more expensive;
- complex designs should be implemented with light fabrics;
- for sewing a dress for an evening out, it is worth paying attention to fabrics with sequins, rhinestones, lace. This option is perfect for going to a restaurant or theater;
- Light dresses will look interesting and unusual if you use fabric with a print.
Care recommendations
Care should be delicate. What to remember:
- In a washing machine, it is better to wash a product made of Barbie fabric on the "Hand wash" mode. This will help to preserve the weave of the threads for a long time;
- It is recommended to use only washing gel, no aggressive stain removers. Since the Barbie fabric quickly absorbs greasy stains, you can immediately sprinkle the area with salt and leave for 2-3 hours;
- after washing, the item should be hung on a hanger and allowed to dry on its own;
- The product should be ironed only in the "Silk" mode, having first turned it inside out. The first touch of a hot device can significantly damage the condition of the fabric fibers, so you need to be careful;
- items with additional decorations (stones, pearls, circle inserts) are best dry cleaned. Machine washing can damage them;
- You should only store things on hangers.
Advantages and disadvantages of fabric
The main advantage of the material is its resistance to deformation, because clothes made from it practically do not wrinkle. The addition of artificial fabrics only extends the life of the product.
Please note! The presence of a huge number of positive reviews inspires confidence in this textile product. It is very convenient for craftsmen to work with Barbie, as it lends itself well to any sewing techniques.
The fabric quickly absorbs all dirt. If the stain is large or complex, it is worth taking the product to a professional dry cleaner. This is one of the disadvantages of this material.
Reviews of the material
Daria, 31: “I recently opened my sewing studio, I’m just starting to work with materials. Barbie is one of the simplest. It’s easy to cut. Everything is simple. The material doesn’t crumble, it stretches well and it’s quite easy to fit a garment to your figure. Skirts, dresses, suits, and overalls come out great from it. I do my job quickly, and satisfied clients keep coming.”
Katerina, 36: “I was going to my sister’s wedding. I spent a long time looking for a suitable dress, but the prices for evening wear were too high. I started looking for options for dresses and suits that I would like to try on or wear to the wedding. My eyes settled on a business style, made to match a jacket. But, of course, the prices for the material also left much to be desired. My friend advised me to buy Barbie fabric, saying it would look good. She was right. The dressmaker made the dress according to my measurements just perfectly. I looked great in this raspberry jacket-dress. I recommend it!”
Anastasia, 24: “I work in a bank and we have a certain dress code. I was looking for budget options for buying work suits online. I found a website that offered different models and colors. The price was relatively low (compared to stores). I ordered one for myself. It arrived within three days. I couldn’t imagine that the suit would be of high quality for that kind of money. The size fit perfectly. The size chart was correct. After that, I ordered four more suits in different colors. This is a great alternative to expensive brands. As for work, a Barbie suit is an ideal option.”
Thus, Barbie has more pros than cons, and the reviews are not negative at all. And the main thing is that the fabric will not be a hassle for the specialist who will sew clothes from it, as happens, for example, with silk or crepe. In any case, the choice is up to everyone: to buy or not to buy Barbie.
