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62 BUYING AND MERCHANDISING BUYING AND MERCHANDISING FABRIC AND TEXTURE COMPONENTS Tie waists are seen throughout the cores of the range and are made out of a thin piece of the same material used in the dress. Figure 146 Recycled Polyester Extremely diverse. Durable. Strong. Retains shape. Easily washed. Polyester is used in many of Allsaints current garments, but it would be more ethical and sustainable to use recycled polyester. Figure 150 Figure 151 Figure 147 Silk Light and Comfortable. Strongest natural fibre. Shimmer. Shine. Silk is a common material used in Allsaints dresses, the fluidity of the fabric creates natural drapes and supports the brand aesthetic. Figure 133 Figure 149 Simple and discreet shirt buttons will be used within the Allsaints range. The colour of the buttons will reflect the colour of the garment and will be of a matte finish. Figure 148 Figure 152 63