Type of Materials
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Egyptian Cotton |
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Peruvian Cotton |
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Indian Cotton |
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Organic Cotton |
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Linen |
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Silk |
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Wool |
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Cashmere |
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Polyester |
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Acrylic |
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Polyurethane |
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Rayon |
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Thread Thickness
- Yarn count
It is an unit which defines yarn's fineness or coarseness. It expresses whether the yarn is thick or thin.
1 cotton count yarn has 453.6g weight and 768.1m length. The thinner, the bigger yarn count number.
Thick yarn: 20 or less yarn count; Moderate yarn: 30-40 yarn count; Thin yarn: 50 or above yarn count - Single thread
One thread (made by twisting fibers together). It has soft texture. The garment is easily twisted.
- Twin thread
Twisted from 2 single threads. It is durable, not easily twisted or deformed after washing.
- Twisted thread
Thread made by repeated twisting. It has a fresh touch and cool texture.
Weaving Method
- Plain stitch
The knit side creates a smooth surface with knit stitches. (The surface and inner part are different) It is made of basic stitch to produce the most durable and stable fabric.
- Pique
It is characterized by the regular stitch with a rough surface, which is less elastic.
- Fleece lining
The inner part is made of thick yarn which allows moisture.
- Pile
The pile surface has a soft texture. As it is made of cotton, it has high moisture content and hygroscopicity.
- Double-sided fabric
It has lateral stretch. Using stockinette stitch, it creates the same pattern on surface and inner part.
- Double-sided rib Fabric
Formed by combining 2 rib knit fabrics, which both the surface and inner part has a smooth texture. It is relatively thick, with low elasticity and permanent press.
- Waffle
The appearance is like honeycomb and waffle. It is characterized by the rough surface.