vulnerable fabrics
[ˈvʌlnərəbəl ˈfæbrɪks]
noun phrase
tecidos frágeis / tecidos delicados / tecidos vulneráveis
1. Fabrics that are easily damaged, torn, stained, or deteriorated due to their delicate nature, composition, or construction; textiles requiring special care during cleaning and handling
Silk and wool are vulnerable fabrics that should be hand-washed with mild detergent.
Seda e lã são tecidos frágeis que devem ser lavados à mão com detergente suave.
2. Textiles prone to damage from environmental factors such as sunlight, moisture, chemicals, or physical wear
The museum protects vulnerable fabrics from direct sunlight to prevent fading and deterioration.
O museu protege os tecidos delicados da luz solar direta para evitar desbotamento e deterioração.
3. Materials susceptible to shrinkage, pilling, color bleeding, or loss of texture when exposed to standard washing and care procedures
Vulnerable fabrics like cashmere and linen require careful attention during the laundering process.
Tecidos vulneráveis como caxemira e linho requerem atenção cuidadosa durante o processo de lavagem.
This term is widely used in both Brazilian and American fashion, textile, and home care industries. In Brazil, it's especially relevant in luxury fashion markets and vintage clothing restoration. In the USA, the phrase appears frequently on garment labels and in professional dry-cleaning and laundry services. Understanding which fabrics are vulnerable is considered important consumer knowledge in both cultures.
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