n spring, the first thing that comes to mind is definitely a sweater! Sweaters come in different styles, with strong versatility, soft fabric luster, and a soft touch, but all have the same feeling, which is warmth. Children’s skin is very delicate, so it is important to ensure their dressing experience. When choosing a sweater, it is important to pay attention to the following points.
1、 Select by material
Baby’s clothing is worn close to the body, and the material of the clothing is a special point to pay attention to. If the material is not suitable, long-term wear will not only wear the baby’s skin, but also easily cause skin diseases. The common materials for sweaters and knitwear in the market include wool, pure cotton, and acrylic. When choosing, mothers need to carefully distinguish.
01 Wool
Woolen sweater refers to a sweater made by weaving and processing wool. Wool is an important raw material in the textile industry, mainly composed of protein, with excellent elasticity and good warmth retention. Woolen sweaters are not only very soft and comfortable to wear, but also very warm, which can help children resist the cold outside air.
Due to the fact that wool is mainly composed of proteins and is susceptible to insect infestation during storage, it is recommended to store it in a sealed condition. And after continuous friction, the surface of wool is prone to pilling, which can be removed regularly with a fuzz remover. Its heat resistance is also poor, and the wool tissue will be damaged if exposed to strong light for a long time. It is recommended to isolate it with a sunshade umbrella when the ultraviolet rays are strong.
02 Pure cotton
Pure cotton refers to a type of fabric made from natural pure cotton fibers and processed through textile technology, while pure cotton sweaters are made from pure cotton yarn and yarn through professional machines or manual crocheting. This sweater has the excellent characteristics of pure cotton fabric, good warmth retention, and is not easy to pilling, so it is loved by many mothers.
The most crucial thing is that pure cotton sweaters hardly add any chemicals during the textile process, do not contain formaldehyde or fluorescent agents, are safe and environmentally friendly, and will not affect the health of babies. And pure cotton fibers do not conduct electricity, so pure cotton sweaters are not easy to generate static electricity with human hair, especially in winter, making it very comfortable for children to wear.
03 Acrylic fiber
Acrylic fiber, also known as artificial wool, has higher strength, elasticity, and warmth retention than wool. It is less prone to mold or insect infestation during storage and is easy to store. Moreover, it has strong anti positivity, and the fibers are basically not damaged after being exposed to sunlight. It is also suitable for wearing when the ultraviolet rays are strong.
Acrylic fiber has good acid resistance, but its alkali resistance is poor. Avoid using alkaline detergents during washing. And acrylic fiber belongs to short fibers, which are prone to pilling after long-term use. When choosing products, it is advisable to choose clothing with some wool components mixed in acrylic fiber to reduce the degree of pilling.
summarize
According to the order of thermal insulation from high to low, the order is acrylic, wool, and pure cotton. Parents need to pay attention when selecting. From the perspective of wearing comfort, pure cotton is the most skin friendly, while acrylic and wool are also relatively soft and comfortable.
2、 Select by collar type
After selecting the material of the sweater, parents can also choose the collar shape to purchase. The collar types of children’s sweaters are generally divided into round necks, high necks, and V-necks. The three types of sweaters have their own advantages and disadvantages. Common knitted sweater collar types in the market include round necks, high necks, and V-necks. In fact, there is no distinction between good and bad collar types. When parents choose, they mainly choose based on the baby’s needs for warmth and whether the collar type is suitable for the baby.
01 Round neck
A round necked sweater can expose the neck, so it won’t rub against the baby’s neck frequently when wearing. A round necked sweater is suitable for babies with most facial shapes, and a square face is also suitable. The round necked sweater can be worn directly to the body, and the entire neck of the child can be exposed, visually creating a slimming effect on the neck.
If wearing it in winter, it is recommended that moms pair it with scarves, necklaces, and other items to enhance the warmth of the sweater.
02 V collar
V-neck sweaters are also a popular type nowadays, with a very shallow neckline that looks like the letter V, hence the name “V-neck”.
A V-neck sweater is suitable for slightly overweight babies, which can showcase their neck more and make them more energetic. Although V-neck sweaters have a high level of fashion, their insulation effect is not satisfactory. Due to the large exposed neck area, their insulation is not as good as round neck sweaters. If babies have high requirements for insulation, they can choose round neck or high neck sweaters.
03 High collar
A high neckline is also a common style, and its warmth retention is very good. There are large blood vessels passing through the neck of the human body, so it is important to pay attention to keeping the neck warm. You can wear a high neckline sweater to protect the neck. A high collar is suitable for babies with a long neck and can effectively modify the curve of the neck.
High necked sweaters come in half high necked and fully wrapped around the neck. If the baby’s neck is short, a half high necked sweater can be chosen. However, the insulation effect of a semi high collar sweater is slightly lower than that of a sweater that completely wraps around the neck. When choosing, it is also important to pay attention to which type of high collar sweater is suitable for the temperature.
summarize
From the perspective of the warmth retention of sweaters, the order of arrangement from high to low is high collar, round neck, and V-neck. When selecting sweaters, you can choose according to the baby’s needs for warmth. Moreover, collarless ones won’t rub against the baby’s neck skin. V-necks have a strong sense of fashion, while high necked ones are suitable for babies with long necks and can modify the curve of the neck.