What is ramie and how does it feel?

Ramie is a plant fiber similar to linen. It is breathable and dries fast, but starts out crisp and slightly rough and softens with washing.

Ramie can shrink slightly in a hot wash. Wash at 30–40 degrees and lay flat to dry to keep the size stable.

Can I put it in the dryer?

No. Lay it flat to dry, then iron while still damp to smooth the wrinkles.

Ramie is fairly opaque, but light-colored floral prints can show a little in bright sun. A nude or light underlayer solves it.

It is crisper and more structured than cotton and dries faster, but it wrinkles more and feels rougher at first.

Spring and summer. The three-quarter sleeves and breathable ramie suit warm days; layer it under a cardigan in cooler weather.

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