If incredible softness is a top priority when you’re shopping for clothing, you most likely own a lot of modal. Technically a type of rayon (a.k.a. viscose), modal fabric is known for its silky feel.

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When you buy sheets, blankets or clothing made from “eco-friendly bamboo” you assume you’re getting what’s on the label – not fabric woven from rayon. But the Federal Trade Commission claims four ...

Rayon fabrics played a large part in both military and civilian products during World War II, as shortages of other fibers made it essential to replace cotton, silk, and wool with rayon (regenerated ...

Viscose rayon is growing in popularity due to its low cost and eco-friendly perception. While one of the biggest suppliers has made significant progress in halting deforestation, reports suggest the ...

New York City stylist Liz Teich says that most items commonly dry cleaned don't need to be. Getty Images/iStockphoto If you’ve gotten into the habit of lugging your wool knits, cashmere cardigans and ...

About 30,000 power loom units involved in producing rayon fabric stopped production for a week from Monday unable to cope with the rising prices of yarn. These units functioning at Veerappanchatiram, ...