Hydrophilic fibers refer to fibers that can absorb moisture and water, making them useful for textiles that require moisture management, such as athletic and performance wear. Hydrophilic fibers can...
A twill originally consisting of worsted filling and silk warp. Today, it can be found in a variety of blends. It has excellent drapability. Its weight and quality vary with fibers, however, when...
Drawing is a process in the textile industry that involves the reduction of the thickness of fibers through the use of machines. It is also known as drafting and is commonly used in the spinning of...
A column skirt is a type of skirt in the field of textiles that is characterized by its slim, straight silhouette. It is also commonly referred to as a pencil skirt. The column skirt is designed to...
A pile fabric with a clipped nap. Before clipping, the nap is a loop as found in frieze or boucle. Velvet was introduced during the Renaissance in Italy and Spain and later moved to France. Designs...