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Different Types of Woven Fabric Best Composition Characters
Different Types of Woven Fabric Best Composition Characters
values, sourced from fabric tables of various manufacturers. These values may
differ across countries and even among different manufacturers.
Broderie anglaise
A fabric extensively favored during hot seasons, the broderie anglaise is crafted
from cotton and adorned with perforations. These apertures offer an ideal
canvas for a diverse range of embroideries, spanning from delicate florals to
intricate geometric motifs.
Learn more: 9 fabrics with the perfect fit to use in your fashion collection
Chiffon
Versatile and wrinkle-resistant, chiffon boasts an excellent drape, making it a
popular choice for party attire as well as other clothing items.
• Chiffon with Lurex and Silk: 41% Cotton / 38% Viscose / 19% Silk / 1%
Polyamide / 1% Polyester
Cotton
The most widely used textile fiber in the world, Cotton stands as a
hypoallergenic fabric, making it a top contender for form-fitting attire.
• Jersey: This isn’t always made of 100% cotton. Typically made from silk,
cotton, or synthetic fibers like viscose and polyester
• Muslin: 100% Cotton (But certain forms can also incorporate silk and
viscose)
Cotton Pique
Crepe fabric offers an array of textures, spanning from a subtly textured crepe
to the silkiest, most even surfaces.
Furthermore, its lightweight and fluid nature ensures comfortable wear, making
it an optimal choice for clothing.
• Canton Crepe: Can be made from various natural or synthetic fibers, such
as Silk, Wool, Cotton, Rayon, Polyester, or Nylon
Learn more: Learn more about crepe fabric and its various uses in fashion
Denim
Renowned for its durability and exceptional comfort, denim has become a
staple in various applications, notably uniform production. This versatile fabric
boasts several primary types:
Flannel
Flannel, a fabric known for its warmth, comfort, and softness, finds its niche
primarily in colder seasons, offering a crucial contribution to maintaining
thermal equilibrium.
Gabardine
Helanca
Jacquard
Jacquard is a remarkably durable fabric. By intricately weaving the threads
themselves, an array of intricate patterns can be achieved, making it endlessly
versatile in design.
Its tightly woven structure not only prevents the buildup of residues but also
facilitates easy maintenance and cleaning.
• Brocatelle: It’s made using Silk, Cotton, Wool, and even synthetic
manufactured fiber
Jersey
Linen
Linen, a fabric hailing from robust natural fibers, bears impressive durability,
albeit with a propensity to crease readily, posing a challenge during ironing.
Linen’s composition sometimes includes blends with materials like cotton,
resulting in heightened softness and superior draping capabilities.
• Raw Mixed Linen: 50% Cotton / 17% Polyester / 13% Viscose / 20% Linen
Learn more: Find out how to use linen fabric in your fashion collection
Microfiber
• Chenille: The fabric is made with Cotton, Silk, Viscose, Polyester and Wool
Its loose and non-dense structure renders it particularly suitable for garments
featuring crushed finishes, a quality highly prized, particularly in the
Spring/Summer collection.
• Mull: Typically made from Cotton, Silk, and more recently Viscose
Learn more: Explore what muslin fabric is and its creative possibilities for
collections
Nylon
• Nylon 6,6 (Polyamide 6,6): Made from adipic acid and hexamethylene
diamine monomers
• Nylon 4/6 (Polyamide 4/6): Combination of caprolactam and
butyrolactam monomers
Organza
Oxford
Oxford fabric distinguishes itself with its gleaming finish, durability, and velvety
texture, finding its primary application in the crafting of shirts.
While its usage has evolved to encompass various contexts, its initial
introduction to the market was primarily within the realm of sportswear.
Learn more: Get to know all about Oxford fabric and how to apply it in your
collection
Percale
A soft, comfortable, malleable fabric with a great fit. It is a mesh with good
durability, being very resistant and fresh.
Poplin
Typically, it’s a plain fabric made from cotton, silk, wool, synthetic fibers, or a
blend of these.
Satin
• Antique Satin, also known as Satin Back Shantung: 100% Polyester with a
Shiny Satin and a dull matte side
Learn more: Learn all about satin fabric and how it can elevate your fashion
production
Silk
Silk is a luxurious fabric crafted from natural fibers sourced from the cocoons of
silkworms.
With exceptional durability and exquisite softness, silk stands as one of the
most sought-after materials.
Tactel
Tactel is a durable fabric known for its wrinkle-resistant nature and easy
washability.
Taffeta
Its weave is notably textured, lacking a distinct backside, and its surface boasts
a glossy finish.
Tergal
A form of polyester fabric that gained popularity during the 1960s and 1970s,
tergal is known for its robustness and resistance to wrinkles.
A thermoplastic known under various trade names, Tergal is called like this in
countries such, as France and Brazil. In Germany, it is called Trevira; and in the
USA, Dacron. It is also known as Terylene.
Tulle
Notably endowed with a touch of elasticity, tulle serves as an ideal canvas for
intricate embroidery.
Learn more: Get a closer look at tulle fabric and its top types for your collection
Twill
Twill fabric is distinguished by its primary attribute of softness, derived from its
composition of pure or blended wool woven into diagonal lines.
This fabric finds extensive utility in crafting suits and uniforms. The most
popular fibers used for twill are cotton and polyester, or a blend of both.
• Raw Twill: 100% Cotton
Velvet
Velvet fabric has a plush and velvety texture attributed to the inclusion of
natural fibers like silk, linen, and cotton in its composition.
Viscose
Also known as Rayon in the United States, Viscose is an artificial fiber. Viscose
yarns are made from cellulose, which is taken from trees.
Viscose is known for being light and fresh, being widely used for summer
pieces.
In addition, it is a type of fabric that absorbs moisture and dries easily, but
wrinkles easily.
• Plain Viscose: 100% Viscose
Voile