Table 2 Clothing materials in new and replacement uniforms*
Garment | New Uniforms 2011–14 | Replacement Uniforms 2014–17 |
|---|---|---|
Skirt | 50% wool, 48% polyester, 2% spandex (lining = 100% polyester) - assembled in Indonesia | 51% polyester, 42% wool, 7% elastane (lining = 100% polyester) - assembled in Sri Lanka |
Blazer | 53% polyester, 43% wool, 4% elastane (lining = 100% polyester) - assembled in China | 52% polyester, 42% wool, 6% spandex (lining = 100% polyester) - assembled in Sri Lanka |
Shirts | 60% cotton, 40% polyester - assembled in Indonesia | 55% cotton, 45% polyester - assembled in Indonesia |
Cardigan/Sweater | 55% acrylic, 23% wool, 22% nylon - location of assembly unknown (a wool-free acrylic/nylon alternative was also available) 53% polyester, 43% wool, 4% elastane (lining = 100% polyester) - assembled in China | 55% cotton, 45% polyester - assembled in Indonesia |
Pants | 53% polyester, 43% wool, 4% elastane (lining = 100% polyester) - assembled in China | 52% polyester, 42% wool, 6% spandex (lining = 100% polyester) - assembled in Sri Lanka 52% polyester, 42% wool, 6% spandex (lining = 100% polyester) - assembled in Sri Lanka |