Evaluate fabric selection based on usage, fit, maintenance, seasonality and workmanship, beyond content information.
Do not choose fabric based on content name alone
Two fabrics with the same fiber content; It may show different posture and usage characteristics due to its weaving structure, weight, surface and applied processes. Therefore, the selection should be made based on the actual product target.
Usage area guides fabric decision
While a clean look and care expectation come to the fore in a work shirt, texture and a more comfortable product character can be preferred in a daily product.
- Season and usage environment
- Expected appearance of the product
- Skin contact and tactile sensation
- Care and ironing expectations
- Compatibility with pattern and sewing structure
Evaluate color and surface on actual sample
There may be a difference between the color on the screen and the actual fabric. Once the fabric orientation is determined, the appearance on the sample should be evaluated together with light, washing and other product components.
Confirm the material decision throughout the product
Material; It is not independent of interlining, button, thread, label, pattern and care instructions. Prior to approval, these components must be verified to work together.
Read fabric information with correct questions
Cotton ratio is important information, but it alone does not explain the performance of the fabric. Yarn structure, weaving density, weight and finishing processes affect whether the shirt feels full, fluid, dry or soft.
In the purchasing decision, how the fabric responds to usage and care conditions should be evaluated as well as how it looks.
- Weaving and surface character
- Weight and coverage
- Wrinkling and maintenance expectation
- Color consistency and batch suitability
Test the fabric with other product components
Interfacing and stitching adjustment on a thin fabric may behave differently than on a tougher fabric. Button thickness, thread color, collar structure and pattern abundance change the perception of the fabric.
Therefore, the color chart gives direction to the selection; The mass production decision should be finalized after seeing the performance of the fabric on the real product.
See the same in the table before deciding.
Work, casual, seasonal or outer layer needs
Product character: full, balanced, fluid or comfortable
Ironing, washing and usage expectations
Working with patterns, interfacing, stitching and accessories
How do we approach this issue at Erten?
Fabric orientation is evaluated along with the intended shirt character; Once the appearance and workmanship suitability are verified on the sample, it becomes a production reference.
Content control area: Fabric and product development approach. Commercial suitability is also evaluated based on product and order information.Frequently asked questions about this topic
Is a fabric sample alone sufficient?
Fabric sample gives direction; The final fit and workmanship suitability are evaluated more accurately on the shirt sample.
Let's evaluate your production needs together.
Sharing your product group, approximate quantity and target date is enough to get started.
It is not necessary to have all the details ready at the first meeting.