The bamboo wardrobe for women, a short tour

Short answer: Clothing in bamboo can become the cornerstone of an everyday wardrobe if you choose a few pieces that go together. Here is a short tour from socks and underwear via T-shirts and tops to sweats, with advice on fit, colours and care.

Why clothing in bamboo suits a basic wardrobe

Clothing in bamboo is soft and drapes calmly, which are exactly the qualities you want in clothes worn every day. A basic wardrobe is not about many pieces but about pieces that combine without effort. So we start with what you put on every single day.

Socks and underwear as the foundation

Everything starts at the bottom. With bamboo socks and soft underwear you have what lies closest to the body and is worn longest. Buy several pairs in the same style so that finding a pair in the morning is no task, and so you can change without thinking about the laundry.

T-shirts and tops as the layer of the day

The next layer is the T-shirt or top. It is the one you put on first and most often. Have a look at the range for women to get an overview of what is there. Choose a cut that sits well without pulling, and that can be worn alone or under a jumper.

The classic T-shirt

A plain T-shirt is the workhorse of the wardrobe. Let the fit guide your choice: a slightly loose model is comfortable every day, while a closer one works best as a layer under other clothes. With bamboo T-shirts for women you can stay with a few colours and still have many combinations.

Tops with thin straps for layering

A top with thin straps takes up no room under a jumper and is easy to use all year round. It can be the only layer on a warm day or the innermost on a cold one. Check that the straps sit securely on the shoulder, and choose the size by how close you like it.

Sweatshirt, hoodie and sweatpants for home

When you want more warmth and comfort, sweats come in. A sweatshirt or hoodie is the warm layer, and sweatpants are what you put on when the day is over. Choose the same calm colours as in the rest of the wardrobe so that everything can be combined.

Colours and combinations

Keep the palette simple. Black, white, grey and navy go with almost everything, and you can happily add one colour you like. The fewer colours you choose, the more combinations you get out of every single piece, and the easier it is to get dressed.

Care and washing for the whole wardrobe

Wash at a low temperature with a mild detergent and without fabric softener, and let the clothes air dry. Turn them inside out and keep darks and lights apart. That way the viscose keeps its softness and shape, and your clothing in bamboo lasts well through many washes.

Frequently asked questions

Which pieces should a bamboo wardrobe include?

Socks, underwear, a few T-shirts and tops, and a warm layer such as a sweatshirt or hoodie. Add sweatpants for home. Stick to calm colours so all the pieces can be combined without effort.

How many pieces do I need?

That depends on how often you wash. Most people manage well with a week's worth of socks, underwear and T-shirts, so they can be changed daily and washed together. The rest is a matter of how often you want to use it.

How do I look after clothing in bamboo?

Wash at a low temperature with a mild detergent, without fabric softener, and let the clothes air dry. Always follow the care label. Viscose is more sensitive to heat and hard washing than many other fabrics.