FABRIC DIRECTORY

Polyamide

Polyamide is the technical term for a family of synthetic fibers made from repeating units linked by amide bonds. The most well-known polyamide is nylon,

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Polartec

Polartec is a family of performance textiles developed for warmth, breathability, and versatility, most famously known for pioneering fleece fabrics. The origins of Polartec trace

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Pima Cotton

Pima cotton is a premium variety of extra-long-staple (ELS) cotton, prized for its exceptional softness, strength, and natural sheen. Often considered one of the finest

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OutDry

OutDry is a waterproof and breathable fabric technology developed in Italy in the early 2000s by Nextec S.r.l., which Columbia Sportswear later acquired. It was

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Organza

Organza is a thin, plain-weave fabric prized for its crisp texture, sheer appearance, and ability to maintain structured shapes. Historically woven from silk, organza has

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Nylon

Nylon is a synthetic fiber that marked a pivotal moment in material science when it debuted in the 20th century. Developed in 1935 by Wallace

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