viscose

noun vis·cose \ ˈvis-ˌkōs , -ˌkōz \

|Updated on: 12 May 2018

Definition of viscose

1 : a viscous golden-brown solution made by treating cellulose with caustic alkali solution and carbon disulfide and used in making rayon and films of regenerated cellulose

2 : viscose rayon

Recent Examples of viscose from the Web

However, if your Lilly is made of rayon/viscose or has heavy embellishments, sending it to the dry cleaner is ideal, since those fabrics should not be exposed to water and embellishments can get damaged in the washing machine.

— jolie kerr, Town & Country, "How to Keep Your Lilly Pulitzer Clothes Looking Great All Summer Long," 16 June 2017
Cotton, all the synthethics, viscose, rayon, polyester, bamboo, hemp, linen — these are all vegan materials.

— jonathan kauffman, San Francisco Chronicle, "On the verge of a vegan fashion revolution," 20 Apr. 2018
Important note: Always check the care tag first, and if the fabric content includes rayon/viscose, avoid this step at all costs.

— jolie kerr, Town & Country, "How to Keep Your Lilly Pulitzer Clothes Looking Great All Summer Long," 16 June 2017
Everyday velvets are more likely made from cotton, linen, mohair, wool, polyester, nylon, viscose and acetate.

— mary carol garrity, kansascity, "For luxury and durability, think velvet," 2 Sep. 2017
The fabric won't be mistaken for fine wool but that's okay because the poly-viscose blend can take a beating better than any wool could.

— max berlinger, GQ, "The Best Black Suit Is the Key to Badass Style (Even If You're Not a Badass)," 15 Aug. 2017
It's made of cotton blended with Outlast viscose, which is designed to help maintain a comfortable body temperature throughout the night.

— the good housekeeping institute, Good Housekeeping, "Slumber Cloud Stratus Sheet Set," 21 July 2017
The use of viscose, a manmade fabric that is similar in appearance to silk, but costs much less to produce.

— kaleigh fasanella, Teen Vogue, "New Report Reveals Fast-Fashion Retailers Like H&M and Zara Are Linked to Devastating Pollution," 6 July 2017

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