In shortThis reference reflects the fabric types we are experienced manufacturing with — 11 families, 22 commonly used variants. Production fabric is supplied by the client to their exact specification; this is an informational guide, not an in-house fabric sourcing or dyeing service. Below is the reference, organised by family, with weights and typical use-cases.
How we choose a fabric
Two garments built from the same pattern can feel like entirely different products if the fabric is wrong for the silhouette. A 110-GSM cotton poplin gives a crisp, structured A-line skirt; the same skirt cut in a 90-GSM rayon challis becomes a fluid, drapey midi. Neither is better — they are different products.
Our fabric recommendations always begin with the question what should the garment feel like on the body, and how should it age. From there we work backwards to weight, weave, blend, and finish. We review the client-supplied fabric before sampling begins, so the brief is anchored to physical handfeel, not a name on a spec sheet.
The working library
Cotton
Typical use
Corporate shirts, structured A-line skirts, summer dresses
Why we use it
Tight weave, crisp handfeel, holds shape post-wash.
Typical use
Chinos, aprons, structured uniforms, jackets
Why we use it
Diagonal weave with strong tensile strength; takes pigment dyes well.
Typical use
Premium corporate shirts, weekend shirting
Why we use it
Basket weave; refined, slightly textured surface.
Cotton (Knit)
Cotton Single Jersey
160–200 GSM
Typical use
Corporate t-shirts, basic tees, loungewear
Why we use it
Soft drape; pre-shrunk and bio-washed for export programmes.
Typical use
Polos, hospitality polos, corporate polos
Why we use it
Textured surface; resists pilling and holds collar shape.
Cotton blend
Cotton-Lycra Stretch
180–220 GSM
Typical use
Pencil skirts, fitted dresses, slim chinos
Why we use it
2–5% elastane for fit recovery; ideal for body-conscious silhouettes.
Denim
Typical use
Classic jeans, denim jackets, denim skirts
Why we use it
No stretch; ages beautifully and develops authentic wash character.
Typical use
Skinny jeans, denim leggings, slim-fit silhouettes
Why we use it
Elastane-blended; maintains fit through multiple wears.
Typical use
Denim shirts, denim dresses, summer denim skirts
Why we use it
Drape-friendly; ideal for warm-weather and resort collections.
Linen
Typical use
Premium summer shirts, linen dresses, resortwear
Why we use it
Cool to wear; embraces a natural creased texture that buyers value.
Linen blend
Linen-Cotton Blend
160–200 GSM
Typical use
Smart-casual shirts, blazers, structured dresses
Why we use it
Crease resistance of cotton with the breathability of linen.
Rayon
Typical use
Flowy midi dresses, wrap skirts, blouses
Why we use it
High drape; takes prints with exceptional clarity.
Viscose
Typical use
Wide-leg trousers, maxi dresses, eveningwear
Why we use it
Slight texture; falls in fluid lines without clinging.
Synthetic / Silk-feel
Typical use
Sarees, dupattas, eveningwear, layered dresses
Why we use it
Slight crepe texture; lightweight and semi-sheer.
Typical use
Formal dresses, occasion wear, blouses
Why we use it
Pebbled texture; holds structure without ironing.
Polyester
Polyester Suiting
180–260 GSM
Typical use
Corporate uniforms, blazers, formal trousers
Why we use it
Crease resistant; engineered for daily office wear durability.
Polyester (technical)
Performance Polyester
140–180 GSM
Typical use
Sports polos, promotional event tees, gym wear
Why we use it
Moisture-wicking, quick-dry; suited to active corporate programmes.
Wool
Typical use
Formal blazers, corporate suits, premium coats
Why we use it
Natural drape and recovery; premium tailoring weight.
Wool blend
Wool Blend (Poly-Wool)
220–280 GSM
Typical use
Year-round blazers, hospitality jackets
Why we use it
Wool feel with polyester durability for high-rotation programmes.
Premium
Tencel / Lyocell
120–180 GSM
Typical use
Designer dresses, premium shirts, blouses
Why we use it
Cellulose-based; soft drape with breathability close to silk.
Typical use
Premium loungewear, nightwear, blouses
Why we use it
Exceptionally soft handfeel; colour-fast under repeated washing.
Sustainable
Organic Cotton
160–220 GSM
Typical use
GOTS-aligned programmes, sustainable fashion lines
Why we use it
GOTS-certified supply chain available on request.
Sustainable & certified fabrics
We can manufacture with GOTS-certified organic cotton, Oeko-Tex Standard 100 declarations, and Tencel/Lyocell for brands committed to a measurable sustainability story. These programmes typically require a longer fabric lead time (4–6 weeks) and chain-of-custody documentation from the client's nominated supplier.
For brands exploring a sustainability angle for the first time, we recommend piloting with one or two SKUs before scaling. This page is informational; production fabric is supplied by the client to their exact specification, with sourcing assistance available case-by-case rather than as a standard in-house service.
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