Wool has 18 properties that make it a better material to use for garments than synthetic. Wool is breathable, appropriate for a variety of climates, elastic, fire resistant, machine washable and stain resistant. Sportswear made of wool fabric can retain odor for up to seven hours after exercise. That makes it ideal for exercise wear.

One of the most important characteristics of wool which determines its classification — as well as its price — is the wool’s fiber diameter. The finer the wool diameter, softer and more crimped it becomes. Crimp, the wave in the wool staple, contributes to the bulk and the lightness of wool fabrics. The Australian wool clip is particularly suited to use in apparel.

The softness of wool fabrics makes it suitable for baby clothing. Its breathability makes it the perfect material for baby products. Most people think wool would be best knitted into a sweater and other cool-climate apparel. But wool is not only for cool climates. There are a lot of applications for wool.

Merino wool is supported by the Woolmark company. Woolmark has developed high technology for producing the finest fabrics for designers and manufacturers. This technology has enabled them to produce a wide variety of fabrics.