Wear comfort is a fundamental and universal need for consumers and depends on a multitude of factors among which thermo-physiological comfort, skin sensorial comfort and garment construction parameters such as design and fit. This paper discusses three case-studies which demonstrate the importance of the design, fit and fabric finish on wear comfort. The studies involved: a. The application of phase change materials (PCMs) to the fabric used in unisuits for rowers to better maintain their thermal balance during exercise. b. Improving the design of workwear for nursing staff. c. The development of well fitted functional body wear involving moisture regulating fabrics to prevent non-aesthetic sweat stains on shirts and blouses. The results have shown that minor adaptations to the design and fit which is well adjusted to the body shape of the wearer can have a major impact on the thermophysiological and tactile comfort feeling of the wearer. On the other hand, the use of phase change materials had little effect on the skin temperature of the wearer which was in stark contrast with the use of moisture regulating fabrics that indeed largely influence overall comfort sensation of garments. These insights were very valuable to the garment manufacturers which meanwhile have implemented these results into their products. The adapted nursing uniforms were taken into production and enthusiastically welcomed by the end users. Shortly the functional body wear will also come available on the market.
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