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Recent Examples of textiles
Jackie Kennedy wore Marimekko dresses on the campaign trail; Georgia O’Keeffe collected its textiles; Japan has long embraced the brand as a philosophy of living.
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Stephan Rabimov, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
In the last quarter, the partnership has facilitated recovery of more than 26,600 kilograms of textiles from 23 hotels and initiated conversations with 12 hotel groups in Delhi.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
And materials offer better climate control textiles and waterproofing technologies that keep shoes lighter and more breathable in all conditions.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
Princess Kate is passionate about the British textiles industry and has a personal connection to the sector, as her paternal ancestors owned the woolen manufacturer and merchant William Lupton & Co, based in Leeds.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
Other options include visits to Florence’s storied leathermaking workshops or a tour and demonstration at Antico Setificio Fiorentino, the historic silk mill that still produces textiles with original 18th-century looms.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2025
Solid wood furniture, rattan, and robust textiles equipped to handle everyday wear and tear.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
Biodegradable e-textiles Remarkably, after just four months, the material had shed 48% of its weight and 98% of its strength, indicating a rapid and effective decomposition process.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2025
The Missoni brand gained international recognition and awards for its distinctive patterns and avant-garde use of textiles and an approach to fashion often compared to modern art.
—Elisa Anzolin and Giulia Segreti, USA TODAY, 2 Jan. 2025
Stephan Rabimov, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
In the last quarter, the partnership has facilitated recovery of more than 26,600 kilograms of textiles from 23 hotels and initiated conversations with 12 hotel groups in Delhi.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
And materials offer better climate control textiles and waterproofing technologies that keep shoes lighter and more breathable in all conditions.
—Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
Princess Kate is passionate about the British textiles industry and has a personal connection to the sector, as her paternal ancestors owned the woolen manufacturer and merchant William Lupton & Co, based in Leeds.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
Other options include visits to Florence’s storied leathermaking workshops or a tour and demonstration at Antico Setificio Fiorentino, the historic silk mill that still produces textiles with original 18th-century looms.
—Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 10 Sep. 2025
Solid wood furniture, rattan, and robust textiles equipped to handle everyday wear and tear.
—Shivani Vyas, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Sep. 2025
Biodegradable e-textiles Remarkably, after just four months, the material had shed 48% of its weight and 98% of its strength, indicating a rapid and effective decomposition process.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2025
The Missoni brand gained international recognition and awards for its distinctive patterns and avant-garde use of textiles and an approach to fashion often compared to modern art.
—Elisa Anzolin and Giulia Segreti, USA TODAY, 2 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for textiles
Noun
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The collection includes the straight-leg Teddy in rigid and stretch fabrics; the ’90s inspired Gus with a relaxed and slouchy fit; the Jackson, a barrel-leg jean with a V-waist; the Kyle, a stretch flare; and the Leo, a straight-meets-barrel silhouette with a high rise.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
12 Sep. 2025
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In 2020, for example, Etro brought its signature colorful touch to Milan’s iconic Four Seasons Hotel, customizing the hotel’s sophisticated garden by setting up the world’s first EtroGarden, decorated with sofas, armchairs and cushions covered with the brand’s vibrant paisley fabrics.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Head to Amazon now to snag Wright’s Copper Cream to make your pieces sparkle, plus shop copper cookware, non-abrasive sponges, and microfiber cloths to add extra shine to your products.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
16 Sep. 2025
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Using ironing cloths and a few leaves leftover from raking your yard, iron the leaves onto 8-by-8-inch squares of wax paper.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Textiles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/textiles. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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