The history of linen may prove
linen fabric to be the oldest textile in the world dating it back to 8000 BC where only royalty was worthy of wearing it.
Linen fabric is a famous fabric having wrapped mummies, clothed royalty, and having been used as currency in ancient cultures. It is made from fibers of the flax plant and is very expensive to manufacture and distribute.
Linen fabric is known to be two to three times stronger than cotton, and is a great conductor of heat often feeling cool to the touch.
Linen fabric is also dirt repellent and water absorbent.
