日文： ラミー（Ramie）

很多人第一次接觸 Ramie（苧麻）時，都會覺得它比 Linen（亞麻）更硬、更挺。

那是否代表 Ramie 品質較差？

答案其實剛好相反。Ramie 和 Linen 並沒有高低之分，只是擁有不同的特性，因此日本品牌會根據設計、剪裁和想呈現的輪廓，選擇最合適的天然纖維。

為什麼日本品牌喜歡使用苧麻（Ramie）？

 

苧麻是一種天然植物纖維，以挺身、耐用及透氣見稱。相比 Linen（亞麻），Ramie 的纖維較硬挺，帶有自然光澤，因此特別適合製作既能保持輪廓，又適合炎熱天氣穿著的服裝。

 

什麼是 Ramie？

• Ramie（苧麻）是世界上歷史最悠久的天然植物纖維之一，已有數千年的使用歷史，至今仍廣泛應用於日本夏季服裝。

• 苧麻植物（Boehmeria nivea）
• 中國、日本、韓國均有悠久使用歷史
• 日本夏季和服（上布）常採用 Ramie
• 已有數千年歷史

Ramie 有什麼特色？

✔ 非常透氣

✔ 強度高

✔ 不易變形

✔ 天然光澤

✔ 比 Linen 更挺身

✔ 吸濕能力很好

Ramie	Linen
較挺身	較柔軟
光澤較明顯	光澤自然
保持輪廓	垂墜感較強
纖維較硬	纖維較柔
適合工裝風	適合自然鬆身風

日本品牌如何運用 Ramie？

日本品牌選擇天然纖維時，並沒有「哪一種最好」的標準答案，而是根據每個系列想呈現的輪廓、質感和穿著感受，選擇最合適的素材。

45R

45R 經常利用 Ramie 的挺身和天然光澤，讓服裝保留俐落輪廓，同時展現天然纖維獨有的質感與個性。

Vlas Blomme

Vlas Blomme 同時運用 Linen 和 Ramie。需要柔軟垂墜感時，會偏向 Linen；當設計需要更清晰的線條和立體感時，則會選用 Ramie。

ICHI

ICHI 經常將 Ramie 或 Ramie 混紡運用於鬆身襯衫、連身裙和輕薄外套。Ramie 清爽而帶挺度的質感，可以令寬鬆服裝保持輪廓，同時不會顯得厚重，特別適合炎熱天氣和層次配搭。

 

由此可見，日本品牌並不是單純偏愛某一種天然纖維，而是根據每個設計所需要的輪廓、質感和穿著效果，選擇最合適的素材。

Ramie 特別適合:	Linen 特別適合:
恤衫（保持俐落輪廓）	鬆身襯衫（自然垂墜）
闊褲（更有骨架）	連身裙（柔軟流動）
外套（保持立體感）	寬鬆上衣（自然舒適）

 

如何保養？

• 可以水洗
• 愈洗愈柔軟
• 建議自然風乾
• 不需要追求完全沒有皺摺

在 Match-it，我們相信沒有「最好的天然纖維」，只有最適合設計的天然纖維。

Linen 擅長展現自然柔軟的垂墜感；Ramie 則保留俐落輪廓與清爽質感。

正因為兩者擁有不同的特性，日本品牌才能創造出如此豐富而多元的服裝風格。

Key Takeaways

✔ Ramie 是天然植物纖維。

✔ 比 Linen 更挺身。

✔ 強度更高。

✔ 透氣且吸濕。

✔ 日本品牌經常利用 Ramie 創造立體剪裁。

 

FAQ

 

Ramie 是否很拮肉？

不一定。

不少人第一次接觸 Ramie，都會覺得它比 Linen 更挺身，因此誤以為一定很拮肉。事實上，Ramie 是否舒服，主要取決於纖維品質、紗線、織法，以及後整理工藝。

高品質的日本品牌通常會選用較幼細的 Ramie 纖維，並透過洗水、柔軟整理或與 Linen、Cotton 等天然纖維混紡，令布料保留挺身感的同時，穿著起來更加舒適。

此外，Ramie 亦會隨著穿著和洗滌逐漸變得柔軟，因此很多人都認為它是一種愈穿愈舒服的天然纖維。

Ramie 是否比 Linen 更耐穿？

一般來說，Ramie 的纖維強度比 Linen 更高，因此具有非常好的耐用性，特別是在乾燥狀態下更不容易斷裂。不過，衣服是否耐穿，除了纖維本身，還會受到紗線、織法、染整及縫製工藝等因素影響，因此不能單憑 Ramie 或 Linen 作判斷。

Ramie 可以機洗嗎？

大部分 Ramie 或 Ramie 混紡衣物都可以按照洗滌標籤進行機洗。不過，為了減少摩擦及保持衣服壽命，建議使用洗衣袋，並選擇溫和洗程。若屬高級天然纖維或特殊染色布料，則應依照品牌建議清洗。

Ramie 愈洗愈軟嗎？

會。

與 Linen 一樣，Ramie 在穿著和洗滌後會逐漸變得更柔軟、更貼身，同時保留天然纖維特有的質感。因此，許多人認為 Ramie 是一種愈穿愈有魅力的天然素材。

Ramie 夏天會不會很熱？

不會。

Ramie 具有優異的透氣性、吸濕性和散熱能力，能迅速吸收並排走汗水，因此一直是日本夏季服裝常見的天然纖維之一。正因如此，不少日本品牌都會選用 Ramie 製作襯衫、連身裙及輕薄外套。

Ramie 會縮水嗎？

和大部分天然纖維一樣，Ramie 在首次清洗時可能會有輕微自然縮率，但一般正常洗滌後並不會持續大幅縮水。許多日本品牌亦會在製作過程中加入預縮（Pre-shrunk）或後整理工序，以降低縮水幅度。按照洗滌標籤保養，通常毋須過分擔心。

 

Japanese: ラミー (Ramie)

 

Many people notice that Ramie feels firmer and crisper than Linen when they first touch it.

 

Does that mean Ramie is of lower quality?

Not at all.

Ramie and Linen are both premium natural fibres with different characteristics. Neither is "better" than the other. Instead, Japanese fashion brands carefully choose the fibre that best suits the design, silhouette, and wearing experience they want to create.

Why Do Japanese Brands Use Ramie?

Ramie is a natural plant fibre valued for its crisp texture, durability, and excellent breathability. Compared with Linen, Ramie has a firmer structure and a subtle natural sheen, making it an ideal choice for garments that maintain their shape while remaining lightweight and comfortable in warm weather.

What Is Ramie?

Ramie is one of the world's oldest natural plant fibres, with a history dating back thousands of years. Even today, it continues to play an important role in traditional Japanese summer textiles and modern fashion.

• Derived from the ramie plant (Boehmeria nivea)
• Used for centuries in China, Japan, and Korea
• Traditionally used in Japanese summer kimono fabrics such as Jōfu (上布)
• One of the oldest natural textile fibres in the world

What Makes Ramie Special?

✔ Excellent breathability

✔ High fibre strength

✔ Holds its shape well

✔ Natural lustre

✔ Firmer than Linen

✔ Excellent moisture absorption

Ramie vs Linen

Ramie	Linen
Firmer texture	Softer texture
More noticeable natural sheen	Soft, understated lustre
Maintains structure	Beautiful natural drape
Stiffer fibres	Softer fibres
Ideal for structured garments	Ideal for relaxed silhouettes

How Do Japanese Brands Use Ramie?

Japanese designers don't believe there is one "best" natural fibre. Instead, they choose different materials according to the silhouette, texture, and character they want each collection to express.

45R

45R often uses Ramie to create garments with crisp structure and natural lustre. Rather than hiding the fibre's unique character, the brand embraces its texture to give each piece depth, personality, and timeless appeal.

Vlas Blomme

Vlas Blomme works extensively with both Linen and Ramie. Softer Linen is often chosen for garments with fluid movement and gentle drape, while Ramie is selected whenever a cleaner silhouette and more structured appearance are desired.

ICHI

ICHI frequently incorporates Ramie or Ramie-blend fabrics into relaxed shirts, dresses, and lightweight outerwear. Ramie's crisp yet breathable texture helps loose-fitting garments maintain their shape without feeling heavy, making it particularly suitable for warm-weather layering.

These examples show that Japanese brands do not simply favour one natural fibre over another. Instead, they carefully select the material that best complements the silhouette, texture, and overall character of each design.

Garments Best Suited to Each Fibre

Ramie	Linen
Shirts that maintain a crisp silhouette	Relaxed shirts with natural drape
Wide-leg trousers with better structure	Soft, flowing dresses
Lightweight jackets with a defined shape	Loose-fitting tops w

How to Care for Ramie?

Although Ramie is a strong and durable natural fibre, proper care will help preserve its beauty for years to come.

• Machine washable (always follow the care label)
• Becomes softer with every wash
• Air drying is recommended
• Natural wrinkles are part of its unique character and do not need to be completely removed

 

At Match-it, we believe there is no such thing as the "best" natural fibre—only the one that best suits the design.

Linen is loved for its soft, effortless drape and relaxed character, while Ramie is valued for its crisp structure, natural sheen, and ability to maintain a clean silhouette.

Because each fibre offers different qualities, Japanese designers often use both Linen and Ramie to create garments with distinctive textures, silhouettes, and wearing experiences.

Key Takeaways

✔ Ramie is one of the world's oldest natural plant fibres.

✔ It has a firmer texture than Linen.

✔ Ramie is exceptionally strong and durable.

✔ It offers excellent breathability and moisture absorption.

✔ Japanese brands often use Ramie to create garments with clean lines and structured silhouettes.

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Is Ramie itchy?

Not necessarily.

Many people assume Ramie is itchy because it feels firmer than Linen. In reality, comfort depends largely on the quality of the fibre, the yarn, the weaving technique, and the finishing process.

High-quality Japanese brands often use finer Ramie fibres and enhance the fabric through washing, softening treatments, or blending it with natural fibres such as Linen or Cotton. This allows the fabric to retain its crisp structure while becoming much more comfortable to wear.

Like Linen, Ramie also becomes softer with repeated wear and washing, which is why many people appreciate it as a fabric that improves over time.

Is Ramie more durable than Linen?

Generally speaking, Ramie fibres are stronger than Linen fibres, making them exceptionally durable, especially when dry.

However, a garment's durability is influenced by much more than the fibre itself. Yarn quality, weaving, dyeing, finishing, and garment construction all play important roles. Therefore, durability should never be judged solely by whether a garment is made from Ramie or Linen.

Can Ramie be machine washed?

Yes, most Ramie and Ramie-blend garments can be machine washed according to the care label.

To minimise friction and extend the life of the garment, it is recommended to place it in a laundry bag and use a gentle wash cycle. For premium natural fibres or specially dyed fabrics, always follow the brand's care instructions.

Does Ramie become softer after washing?

Yes.

Like Linen, Ramie gradually becomes softer through regular wear and washing while maintaining its unique natural texture.

This is one of the reasons why many people consider Ramie a natural fibre that becomes more beautiful and comfortable over time.

Is Ramie suitable for hot weather?

Absolutely.

Ramie is highly breathable and offers excellent moisture absorption and heat dissipation. It helps absorb perspiration and allows moisture to evaporate quickly, making it one of the most popular natural fibres for summer clothing in Japan.

This is why many Japanese brands choose Ramie for shirts, dresses, and lightweight outerwear designed for warm weather.

Does Ramie shrink?

Like most natural fibres, Ramie may experience slight natural shrinkage after the first wash.

However, it generally does not continue to shrink significantly with normal care. Many Japanese brands also pre-shrink or finish their fabrics during production to minimise shrinkage.

As long as you follow the care instructions on the garment, there is usually no need to worry.