Research Journal of Textile and Apparel: Volume 28 Issue 3

Development of functional textile via microencapsulation of peppermint oils: a novel approach in textile finishing

Zeeshan Tariq, Fatima Izhar, Mumtaz Hasan Malik, Muhammad Oneeb, Faiza Anwar, Mudassar Abbas, Asfandyar Khan

The efforts of researchers in the 21st century have been devoted to developing novel approaches to leave planet earth green for future generations. This study aims to report the…

Antimicrobial dyeing of cotton from Euclea racemosa root

Lami Amanuel Erana

The purpose of this research is to develop an environmentally friendly antimicrobial dyeing of cotton fabric from the root of Euclea racemosa. Textile phytochemical finishing is…

Consumer perceptions and concerns regarding aesthetic attributes of textile-based assistive devices: a qualitative analysis of online retail product reviews

Kate Nartker, Kate Annett-Hitchcock, S.M. Azizul Hoque

The purpose of this paper was to examine consumer perceptions of aesthetic attributes of textile-based assistive devices (ADs) and the language used by consumers to express those…

Studies on low stress mechanical properties of Eri silk knitted fabric

Senthil Kumar B., Anita Rachel D., Sentil Kumar C.B.

Eri silk fiber has superior thermal insulation behavior, better softness than cotton fiber. However, Eri silk’s use in the commercial arena has not yet taken off. The purpose of…

Development of trilayered multifunctional superhydrophobic cotton fabric using biogenic materials

A. Gayathri, P. Varalakshmi, M. G. Sethuraman

This study aims to develop multifunctional, namely, superhydrophobic, flame-retardant and antibacterial, coatings over cotton fabric, using casein as green-based flame-retardant…

Social and environmental apparel practices and perceived value of “Made in the USA”

Nokyeon Kim, Elizabeth Bye

This study aims to investigate the relationship between people’s socially and environmentally responsible apparel practices (SERAP) and valuing US made clothing, current…

Digital literacy: an empirical study for fashion design students in India

Suranjan Lahiri, Anannya Deb Roy, Prabir Jana

This study aims to conduct an exploratory research to find out the evolving constructs and variables of digital literacy, as seen by researchers since its inception. This research…

Graphene-infused nylon fleece versus standard polyester fleece as a wetsuit liner: comparison of skin temperatures during a recreational surf session

April Denny, Bruce Moore, Sean Newcomer, Jeff Nessler

The purpose of this study was to determine whether there are differences in skin temperature under graphene-infused fleece and traditional polyester fleece materials in the…

Combinative distance-based assessment (CODAS) approach of multi-criteria decision-making for grading of Tossa jute fibres

Ashis Mitra

The present study aims to demonstrate the application of newly developed combinative distance-based assessment (CODAS) approach for grading and selection of Tossa jute fibres…

Dyeing of polyester fabrics using novel diazo disperse dyes derived from 1, 4-bis (2-amino-1, 3, 4-thiadiazolyl) benzene

Ali A. Ali, Malek Alshukur, Ashraf M. Ashmawy, Ammar M. Mahmoud, Ahmed Saleh, Hesham S. Nassar, Bo Yao

This study aims to show the dyeing behaviour of polyester fabrics using four novel heterocyclic disperse dyes.