Originally Posted by
katydid1971
I'm not happy. It seems like a lot of better brands are slipping in cheaper materials.
I have a gap cowlneck sweater that is cozy but it is an acrylic blend. I usually check but didn't notice that one until I got home. I am sure it will pill once it is washed two or three more times.
I find acrylic tends to get very pilly under the arms in particular where there's more rubbing and friction.
Some acrylic blends seem to hold up better than others IME, but I'm not a fan of any of them. It seems more and more difficult to avoid though, even in the "better" brands these days. I really noticed it this past year while trying to rebuild some of my wardrobe in the post pregnancy phase of my life. While I saw acrylic at old navy, Kohls, etc. before, it seems to be in everything now, even the 50 dollar on up sweaters.
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DD-2006
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