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On 2% Elastane

Style Memo #426

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O.W. Root
Mar 18, 2026
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Good morning, everyone.

In our world we all hate stretch fabric. 98% cotton, 2% elastane is a crime against our sartorial sensibilities. 100% cotton takes on the form of a value judgement, not merely a description.

But is stretch really that bad?

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