Fabric Type Guide
Choosing the right fabric is the foundation of every high-quality garment. Different fabrics offer unique characteristics in terms of comfort, durability, weight, stretch, and appearance. Understanding these differences helps you select the best material for your clothing collection, ensuring the perfect balance of performance, style, and functionality.
What Is Fabric GSM?
GSM (Grams per Square Metre), also written as g/m², is the standard measurement used to indicate the weight of a fabric. It represents how many grams one square metre of fabric weighs and is one of the most important factors when selecting materials for garment production.
In general, fabrics with a higher GSM feel heavier, denser, and more durable, while lower GSM fabrics are lighter, softer, and more breathable. However, GSM does not directly measure fabric thickness, as different fibre types and fabric constructions can produce different thicknesses even at the same weight.
There is no “standard” GSM for clothing. The ideal fabric weight depends on the garment type, intended use, and desired appearance. Heavier fabrics require more raw material and longer production times, making them more expensive than lighter-weight alternatives.
Some fabrics, such as denim, are traditionally measured in ounces (oz), while most modern apparel fabrics use GSM. The two units can be easily converted—for example, 6 oz fabric is approximately equal to 203 GSM.
As a general guide, T-shirts are commonly made from fabrics ranging between 160 and 220 GSM. A 160 GSM fabric provides a lightweight, breathable feel that is ideal for everyday wear and warm climates, while a 220 GSM fabric offers a thicker, more structured, and premium feel. For oversized streetwear and luxury basics, many brands prefer fabrics weighing 240 GSM or above, whereas sportswear and activewear often use lighter fabrics to maximise comfort and flexibility.
Clothing Fabric: Trendy Colors, Your Choice
Discover a wide selection of premium fabrics available in the latest seasonal colours. From timeless neutrals to bold fashion shades, we offer flexible colour options to match your brand identity and design vision. Whether you’re creating everyday essentials or trend-driven collections, our high-quality fabrics and custom colour matching help bring your ideas to life with exceptional consistency and style.
Terry Cloth
Terry cloth is a soft, breathable, and durable fabric ideal for hoodies, sweatshirts, joggers, and casualwear. Available in various GSM weights and custom colours to suit your clothing brand.
Jersey Fabric
Lightweight, stretchy, and breathable, jersey fabric is ideal for T-shirts, tops, sportswear, and activewear. Available in various blends, GSM weights, and custom colours to suit your clothing designs.
Mock Shearling
Mock shearling delivers a soft, warm, and luxurious feel with the appearance of real shearling. Ideal for jackets, coats, and linings, it adds texture and comfort to premium winter collections.
Supima Cotton
Supima cotton is a premium cotton fabric known for exceptional softness, durability, and colour retention. Ideal for luxury T-shirts, shirts, loungewear, and premium clothing collections.
Pima Cotton
Pima cotton is a premium long-staple cotton fabric known for its softness, strength, durability, and colour retention. Ideal for high-quality T-shirts, polos, shirts, and everyday clothing.
Polyester Fabric
Polyester fabric is durable, lightweight, and quick-drying, making it ideal for activewear, sportswear, outerwear, and everyday clothing. Available in custom blends and finishes.
Wool Fabric
Wool fabric is naturally warm, breathable, and insulating, making it ideal for coats, suits, sweaters, and winter clothing. Available in various blends, textures, and GSM weights for custom designs.
Corduroy Fabric
Corduroy fabric is soft, durable, and known for its distinctive ribbed texture. Ideal for jackets, pants, shirts, and vintage-inspired clothing, with various wales, weights, and custom colours available.
Cotton Fleece Fabric
Cotton fleece is a soft, warm, and breathable fabric ideal for hoodies, sweatpants, sweatshirts, and loungewear. Available in various GSM weights and finishes for custom clothing designs.
Twill Fabric
Twill fabric is a durable, tightly woven material known for its distinctive diagonal texture. Ideal for shirts, trousers, jackets, and workwear, it offers excellent strength and wrinkle resistance.
Velvet Fabric
Velvet fabric is soft, luxurious, and known for its rich texture and elegant appearance. Ideal for jackets, coats, dresses, and accessories, with various finishes and custom colours available.
Satin Fabric
Satin fabric is smooth, lightweight, and known for its glossy surface and elegant sheen. Ideal for shirts, jackets, dresses, and accessories, it adds a refined look to premium clothing.
Viscose Rayon Fabric
Viscose, also known as rayon, is a soft, breathable fabric with a smooth drape and comfortable feel. Ideal for shirts, linings, lightweight outerwear, and stylish menswear.
Slubbed Fabric
Slubbed fabric features unique irregular yarn textures that create a natural, tactile appearance. Ideal for T-shirts, casual shirts, and relaxed clothing, it adds character and a stylish finish.
Spandex Fabric
Spandex fabric offers excellent stretch, flexibility, and shape recovery. Ideal for activewear, sportswear, fitted garments, and performance clothing requiring comfort, mobility, and a secure fit.
Faux Fur Fabric
Faux fur fabric offers a soft, warm, and luxurious feel with an animal-friendly alternative to real fur. Ideal for coats, jackets, and accessories in winter fashion collections.
Tweed Fabric
Tweed fabric is a durable, warm, and textured wool fabric known for its timeless style. Ideal for jackets, blazers, coats, and premium winter clothing collections.
Silk Fabric
Silk fabric is soft, lightweight, breathable, and naturally lustrous. Ideal for luxury shirts, ties, scarves, and premium clothing, it adds an elegant feel and refined appearance.
Denim Fabric
Denim fabric is durable, versatile, and timeless, making it ideal for jeans, jackets, shirts, and casualwear. Available in various weights, washes, and finishes for custom clothing collections.
French Terry Fabric
French Terry fabric is soft, breathable, and comfortable, making it ideal for hoodies, sweatshirts, joggers, and casualwear. Available in various GSM weights for custom clothing designs.
Gingham Fabric
Gingham fabric is a lightweight woven cotton material known for its classic checked pattern. Ideal for shirts, dresses, and casualwear, it offers a crisp, breathable feel and timeless style.
Pique Fabric
Pique fabric is a breathable, textured knit known for its subtle structure and durability. Ideal for polo shirts, T-shirts, and casualwear, it offers comfort with a refined, polished look.
Suede Fabric
Suede fabric offers a soft, velvety texture and premium appearance. Ideal for men’s jackets, coats, and outerwear, it adds warmth, depth, and sophisticated style to fall and winter collections.
Leather Fabric
Leather is a durable, premium material known for its strength, structure, and timeless appeal. Ideal for jackets, outerwear, and accessories, it adds a rugged, sophisticated finish to clothing.
Neoprene Fabric
Neoprene fabric is thick, flexible, and structured, offering insulation and excellent shape retention. Ideal for outerwear, sportswear, and modern performance clothing with a smooth, technical finish.
Chambray Fabric
Chambray fabric is a lightweight, breathable cotton material with a soft feel and denim-like appearance. Ideal for shirts, casualwear, and spring or summer clothing collections.
Organic Cotton Fabric
Organic cotton is a soft, breathable, and eco-friendly fabric grown without harmful chemicals. Ideal for T-shirts, shirts, loungewear, and everyday clothing, it combines comfort with sustainability.
Poplin Fabric
Poplin fabric is a smooth, tightly woven material known for its crisp texture, durability, and breathability. Ideal for shirts, blouses, lightweight jackets, and polished casualwear.
Nylon Fabric
Nylon fabric is strong, lightweight, quick-drying, and abrasion-resistant. Ideal for activewear, sportswear, outerwear, and accessories, it offers durability and weather resistance.
Calico Fabric
Calico fabric is a lightweight, unbleached cotton material with a natural texture. Ideal for sample making, garment testing, tote bags, and casual clothing with a rustic aesthetic
Chiffon Fabric
Chiffon fabric is lightweight, sheer, and known for its soft drape and elegant flow. Ideal for dresses, blouses, scarves, and layering, it adds a delicate, refined touch to clothing.
Flannel Fabric
Flannel fabric is soft, warm, and brushed for added comfort. Ideal for shirts, pajamas, jackets, and casualwear, it provides excellent insulation and a cozy feel for cooler seasons.
Oxford Fabric
Oxford fabric is a durable, breathable cotton material with a distinctive basket weave and textured surface. Ideal for shirts, casualwear, and uniforms, it offers comfort, strength, and timeless style.
Fabric Selection FAQs
Find answers about fabric types, GSM, colours, materials, and choosing the right fabric for your custom clothing.
What types of fabrics do you offer for custom clothing?
We offer a wide range of fabrics, including cotton, polyester, denim, French terry, fleece, nylon, wool, linen, satin, silk, and more. Fabric options can be selected based on your garment design, season, and performance requirements.
How do I choose the right fabric for my clothing design?
The right fabric depends on the garment type, intended use, season, desired weight, texture, stretch, and appearance. Our team can recommend suitable fabric options based on your design and production requirements.
What does fabric GSM mean?
GSM stands for Grams per Square Metre and measures the weight of fabric. A higher GSM generally means a heavier and denser fabric, while a lower GSM usually provides a lighter and more breathable feel. fabrics that will be used to create the garments.
Can you provide custom fabric colours?
Yes. We offer a wide range of fabric colours and can support custom colour matching for your clothing collection. Pantone colour references can be used to achieve a colour that closely matches your brand requirements.
Can I request fabric samples before placing a bulk order?
Yes. Fabric samples can be provided for evaluation before bulk production. This allows you to check the fabric’s colour, weight, texture, softness, and overall suitability for your garment design.