Guides
Practical guides ranging from fabric selection and technical terms to contract manufacturing processes, and from current developments in the textile industry to the points sourcing teams need to keep in mind.
Production
A practical brief checklist of product, fabric, quantity, sample, lead time, quality and shipment details to give a manufacturer before contract manufacturing.
8 min read
Fabric Knowledge
Woven fabric is made by interlacing warp and weft yarns at right angles. How it differs from knitted fabric, plain, twill and satin weaves, and what to specify when requesting a quote.
6 min read
Collection & Sourcing
The colour, fabric weight, width, hand, approval record and lead time checks buying teams need when approving a fabric sample and moving to bulk production.
8 min read
Collection & Sourcing
How to choose fabric composition, covering how wool, polyester and blends behave, care expectations, the cost/performance balance and sample evaluation.
9 min read
Fabric Knowledge
Fancy fabrics are collection fabrics set apart from standard constructions by yarn, texture, pattern and surface effects. Uses, sampling and briefing.
8 min read
Fabric Knowledge
GSM is the weight of a fabric in grams per square metre. How to read g/m², how it differs from thickness and what to request alongside it when buying.
8 min read
Fabric Knowledge
How to assess fibre composition, weight, hand, drape and season when choosing suiting fabric. A sample and information guide for sourcing teams.
8 min read
Industry & Updates
How might the EU's Digital Product Passport under the ESPR framework affect textiles? A summary of what is and is not yet finalised as of 28 September 2026.
8 min read
Fabric Knowledge
Choosing summer and winter fabrics is about more than thickness. Assess composition, fabric weight, weave, hand, drape and end-use scenario together.
8 min read
Quotes and Information
Share your requirements, the intended end use and any technical expectations you have. Let us assess the suitable fabric and production options together.
