A yarn for forming a fabric having anti-microbial, anti-static, and anti-odor characteristics, said yarn comprising:
- a plurality of meta-aramid fibers, said meta-aramid fibers being about 45% by weight of the yarn;
- a plurality of para-aramid fibers, said para-aramid fibers being about 5% by weight of the yarn;
- a plurality of silver coated fibers for supporting electronic textile applications, said silver coated fibers configured to exhibit anti-microbial, anti-static, and anti-odor properties, said silver coated fibers being about 5% by weight of the yarn;
- a plurality of wool fibers, said wool fibers being about 45% by weight of the yarn;
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- a plurality of stretch fibers;
- wherein said fabric is dyed and/or printed to a selected coloration, or said fibers are blended with dyed fibers prior to forming said fabric;
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- wherein said yarn for use in making clothing, including a camouflage pattern for protection from visual and near infrared radiation, said clothing including a stand-alone garment, said stand-alone garment performing functions of separate garments, said separate garments comprising undergarments, underwear, or inner layers.