Tencel is a cloth made from regenerated cellulose fibre derived from eucalyptus wood, produced through an environmentally responsible process that yields a soft, smooth, cool material with natural drape. Among the textile industry's greener fibres, tencel is regarded as the benchmark for both wearing comfort and sustainability — and Mon Amie would like to explain why it appears more and more often in made-to-measure work.
What tencel is, and its core values
Tencel is in fact the trade name for lyocell fibre produced by Lenzing of Austria, using responsibly grown eucalyptus and a closed-loop solvent process in which nearly all solvent is recovered and reused. The result is a fine fibre with a surface smoother than cotton, offering four notable qualities:
- Naturally soft: a smooth, gentle surface that feels pleasant against the skin.
- Outstanding breathability: it absorbs and releases moisture well, keeping you dry and comfortable.
- Beautiful, refined drape: its natural fall creates an elegant, softly luxurious line.
- Durable and stable: it holds its shape, resists creasing and pilling, and keeps its colour over time.
Six things tencel brings to made-to-measure
- Soft, smooth and cool: gentle to the touch, smooth and cool on the skin through a long day.
- Natural drape: the cloth falls beautifully, creating soft folds and fluid movement as you walk.
- Breathable and dry: the fibre structure releases moisture quickly and keeps the body dry.
- Shape-holding and crease-resistant: it keeps its line and limits wrinkling, so a garment stays correct.
- Deep, lasting colour: it takes dye well and holds it, never fading and always looking refined — which is why so many tencel cloths have such beautiful colour depth.
- Sustainable and safe: natural in origin, with a green production process that is safe for the wearer.
For the tailor, a fluid cloth like tencel is an interesting problem: the softer the material, the more control is needed for the garment to keep its shape — soft, but never shapeless. This is where craftsmanship shows its difference most clearly.
Why tencel deserves your attention
- It feels soft and cool against the skin.
- It gives a garment beautiful drape and fluid movement.
- It signals a wearer's refinement through the quality of the cloth.
- It limits creasing, cares for easily and holds its shape.
- It suits hot, humid weather and an active working life.
- It is a sustainable, environmentally responsible choice.
Where tencel shows itself best
- Shirts: where tencel shines most — soft, cool, crease-resistant, with deep colour.
- Suits and trousers: tencel-blend cloths give a light, well-draping garment in a relaxed modern style.
- Travel wear: for business trips and holidays — quick to release moisture and easy to look after.
- Smart casual: polos and weekend pieces that keep an air of refinement.
Six reasons to bring tencel into your wardrobe
- Naturally soft: a smooth hand achieved without aggressive chemical treatment.
- Breathable and moisture-releasing: quick to absorb, exceptionally cool and dry.
- Beautiful drape and movement: a soft fall that raises the whole line of a garment.
- Shape-holding and crease-resistant: keeps you correct and is easy to maintain.
- Gentle and safe: natural in origin, kind to skin and to the environment.
- Refined and versatile: at home from the office to everyday life.
And as with every piece bearing the Mon Amie label, good material must be matched by proper finishing: durable natural horn buttons, a smooth lining in fine silk, and meticulous, refined stitching in every detail.
A word from Mon Amie's artisans
Our artisans often reach for tencel and tencel blends for clients who want clothing that feels like wearing almost nothing: light, cool, moving with the body. The secret lies in the cutting — a fluid cloth demands precise lines and careful edge finishing to keep its shape clean. Done properly, a made-to-measure tencel shirt or trouser gives a comfort that ready-to-wear rarely matches.
We invite you to visit one of Mon Amie's five showrooms in Ho Chi Minh City (Nguyen Trai, Ho Van Hue, 3/2 Street, Caravelle Hotel District 1, Nguyen Thi Thap) or call our hotline 0888.111.118 to feel the smooth coolness of tencel for yourself. You may book an appointment for advice on the right material for your needs, and read about the tailoring process at Mon Amie — measurements kept for life, with attentive alteration warranty.