Are you choosing the right fabric?

May 1, 2023
Posted by Erik Mickelson

Different fabrics explained

We field a lot of customer questions regarding fabric differences. The difference in fabric type I what determines the cost of a garment. Inexpensive garments are just that they are made from an inexpensive fabric.

Breathability

What is breathability means that air can move through the fabric very easily and keep the wearer comfortable. The measurement is how much vapor can move through a square meter of fabric in a 24 hour period. The higher the number the better the breathability.

Cool Mesh technology

The fabric texture is more open which allows the fabric to breath. It has a very soft hand (feel) when touched. Better value garments allow the wearer to enjoy the breathability features of the garment.

Cotton Thread Count

This is a measure of thread density in the measured in “hanks” needed to create one pound of fabric. The higher the thread count the denser the fabric. High density fabrics mean more value. Tee shirts have between 15-20 thread count where fashion tees have a 30 plus thread count

Denier

A system to measure the weight of a continuous filament of thread used in the manufacturer on the fabric. The smaller the number the finer the fabric.

Dri-fit

This is a fabric exclusive to Nike. The fabric move perspiration easily through the fabric to keep the wearer comfortable and dry. It allows rapid evaporation across the entire surface area of the fabric.

Dri mesh polyester

This is a fabric made from polyester into a double layer of fabric that releases heat and sweat from the body. It maintains breathability while being made with polyester material.

Eco-Jersey

The fabric is made from eco friendly fibers. It has a very soft feel because it is made from organic cotton, recycled poly and rayon. This is a fabric made from recycled yarns or fabric.