Raw Material
History and properties of linen
··Linen fabric is the heart of Velia Sierra Design. It's considered the oldest vegetable fibers in textile history, with fragments of it being discovered in the Caucasus dating back to 36,000 B.C.E. Its durability and resistance made it part of great moments in the history of humanity: in the construction of the pyramids of Egypt, in the first commercial activities between Greece and Africa for the sails of ships, in the conservation of very ancient mummies such as Ramses II of 3,000 years of age, among others.
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Linen is cool and at the same time thermal, since, in hot seasons, it maintains the natural temperature of the body, absorbing natural sweat, while in cold climates, it preserves the heat that the wearer's body gives off. Additionally, linen stands out for being breathable due to the fiber weave and the natural properties of flaxseed, allowing air to circulate and providing greater comfort to its user.
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Time and time again, linen has consistently demonstrated its relevance in history and its permanence in the textile world. Currently, flax fibers represent <0.5% of the world production of textile fibers, presenting a growth of 133% between 2010 and 2020. Its production is concentrated in Europe, mainly in the coastal regions of France, Belgium and the Netherlands, since flax requires a cold and humid climate to be cultivated. As of January 2024, all the linens with which we produce each piece of Velia Sierra Design with dedication and care, are certified by the Alliance for European Linen and Hemp, which guarantee their traceability, sustainability and excellence in quality standards.
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By wearing a Velia Sierra Design garment, you are not only becoming part of our history of excellence and dedication, which has elapsed for almost four decades, but you now also belong to a thousand-year-old tradition that still lives on like that of linen which has its origin in love towards nature.
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