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Sweat Masking, Moisture Wicking and Quick Drying: What's the Difference?
Sweat marks, moisture movement and drying speed call for different fabric properties. Learn what each means for activewear development.
Sweat-Masking Knits for Activewear: From Swatch to Garment
A practical guide to SweatHide knit fabrics for activewear, with two lightweight polyester options and a focused approach to color and garment sampling.
Cool-Touch Knits: Comfort and Performance for Summer Activewear
Discover how cool-touch nylon knits combine lightweight comfort, quick drying and UV protection for summer training tops, tennis shirts and activewear.
Cotton-Touch Performance Knits: Softness Meets Function
Discover CottoTouch fabrics that pair cotton-like softness with performance, from lightweight polyester jerseys to a cooling nylon-blend double knit.
Soft Stretch Fabrics for Activewear Tops: What Brands Should Look For
Explore the key considerations for soft stretch activewear fabrics, including hand feel, fabric recovery, quick drying, and garment applications.
AW27/28 Knit Fabric Directions: Shape, Drape and Surface
A boxy top, a fluid long-sleeve layer and a textured pullover can give an autumn/winter collection three distinct material expressions. For brands developing AW27/28 collections, each offers a different way...
Modal vs Lyocell: How to Choose for Knit Fabric Development
Compare Modal and Lyocell for knit fabric development, from fiber production and hand feel to wet strength, fibrillation, knit construction and end-use. Explore practical fabric routes including Modal Cashmere, Lyocell...
Yarn count, knitting gauge and GSM: what each number tells you
A practical explanation of yarn count, knitting gauge and GSM for fabric development and sourcing teams. Covers count systems, machine needle spacing and finished fabric weight, with examples showing how...
