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Fabric & Care.

Soft, breathable performance fabric with four-way stretch — what our pieces are made of, and how to keep them looking sharp.

Every OCCO piece starts with the fabric. Before a single design went on paper, we chose ours for how it feels against the skin: soft enough to forget you're wearing it, breathable enough for a Cape Town summer, and made to hold its shape wash after wash.

What it's made of

Our signature fabric is called movewithme. Our pieces are knitted from nylon or polyester blended with Lycra (elastane), the stretch fibre that gives them four-way movement and helps them spring back into shape. You'll find the exact fabric blend on each product page and on the label inside every piece.

The fabrics are moisture-wicking and quick-drying, so they keep up from the first serve to coffee after. Finding the best quality was pivotal in creating OCCO. Once you feel how soft our Riviera dress is you'll understand why. 

Looking after it

A little care keeps performance fabric soft, stretchy and sharp for many seasons. Follow the guide below, and the label inside each piece. We recommend you cold wash your item before wearing it. The colours have been tested and should not bleed but skin pH can affect this. 

Breathable

Lets the air move through every set, even on a Cape Town summer court.

4-Way Stretch

Moves with every serve, lunge and swing — and springs back into shape.

Moisture-Wicking

Draws moisture away from the skin and dries fast between points.

Holds Its Shape

A sculpting fit that holds its shape well beyond the final set.

Care

Care at a glance

How we recommend caring for our performance pieces. If the label inside yours says otherwise, follow the label.

  1. Gentle wash, 30°C max

    A gentle cycle in cool water is kinder to stretch fibres and keeps navy and white trims crisp.

  2. Do not bleach

    Bleach breaks down stretch fibres and dulls colour. A little mild detergent is all it needs.

  3. Tumble dry low

    Use the lowest heat, or dry flat or on a hanger out of direct sun.

  4. Iron low, with a cloth

    If needed, iron on a low setting with a cloth between the iron and the fabric.

  5. Dry clean: mild solvent

    If you have a piece dry cleaned, ask for a mild solvent only.

Wash pieces inside out with similar colours, skip the fabric softener — it can coat performance fabric and reduce how well it wicks — and close any zips so nothing snags.

The Opening Edit

Fabric by piece

Women · Dress

Riviera Club Dress

  • BlendNylon · elastane
  • StretchFour-way
  • FeelMoisture-wicking, quick-dry
Care questions

Not sure how to care for a piece?

Write to us — we're always happy to help. For more tips, read our Journal story on caring for your OCCO pieces.