Glossary
of Terms
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1x1 Rib |
Also 2x2 rib knit trim. The width of each rib is the
same as the width between each rib. This helps the
garment to retain its elasticity.
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4-Needle Stitched |
Double-needle stitched but with four stitches
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2-Way Zipper |
A zipper with two zipper pulls so that it can be
unzipped from either direction.
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All Weather Microfiber |
100% Polyester Microfiber with waterproof
coating and fully taped seams. 100% waterproof
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Anti-Pill |
A treatment applied to garments primarily to resist
the formation of little balls on the fabric's
surface due to abrasion during wear.
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Argyle |
Typically a diamond pattern woven into a garment
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Baby Pique |
Very small pique knit. See Pique Knit.
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Back Pleats |
Tiny folds in the material on
the back of a garment that allow for more room and
comfort.
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Back Yoke |
A piece of fabric that connects the back of a
garment to the shoulders. This allows the garment to
lay flat and drape nicely.
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Bartacked |
Reinforced stitching, for example, the rivets used
on the pockets of jeans.
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Birdseye Jacquard |
A small geometric pattern with
a center dot knit into the fabric.
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Blanket Stitch |
A decorative stitch used to finish
an unhemmed blanket. The stitch can be seen on both
sides of the blanket.
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Blend |
A term applied to a yarn or fabric that is made up
of more than one fiber.
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Body Mapping Technology (NIKE GOLF) |
Strategically placed ventilation zones to increase
breathability and improve airflow across the body.
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Bonded Fleece |
Fleece with multiple layers bonded together to form
a higher functioning garment.
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Box Pleat |
A single, uniform fold in the
center back of a garment to allow for more room and
comfort.
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Brushed Cotton |
Cotton fabric that is brushed to remove all the
excess lint and fibers from the fabric, leaving an
ultra soft, smooth finish.
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Button-Through Sleeve Placket |
A small placket located on the
sleeve, by the cuff, which contains a single button
closure.
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Cami-Strap |
Very narrow shoulder straps.
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Cashmere |
The fine, downy wool growing beneath the outer hair
of the Cashmere goat. The scarcity of the fiber and
the handiwork required to convert the fiber into a
luxurious garment contribute to the cashmere's
price.
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Casual Microfiber |
100% Polyester Microfiber fabric that is water
repellent and wind resistant.
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Cavalry Twill |
A type of twill weave (pattern of the twill)
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Chambray |
A dressier fabric woven with white threads across
colored threads.
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Clima_FIT (NIKE GOLF) |
Fabric that blocks wind and resists rain.
The fabric has spaces too small for water droplets
to get in, but allowing excess perspiration and body
heat to escape. This is all done with a thinly spun
yarn that is tightly woven for a dense weave.
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Collar |
The upright or turned-over
neckband of a coat, jacket or shirt.
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Collarett |
The trim around the neck of a t-shirt or sweatshirt.
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Colorfast |
A dyed fabric's ability to resist fading due to
washing, exposure to sunlight, and other
environmental conditions.
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Combed Cotton |
Cotton yarn that has been combed to remove short
fibers and straighten or arrange longer fibers in
parallel order.
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Cool Mesh |
Similar to a pique knit, but with a more open
texture for increased breathability. Features a soft
hand for better comfort.
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Cool Weave |
Similar to a pique knit, but with a more open
texture for increased breathability. Slightly larger
knit than Cool Mesh, it has a denser feel.
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Cord Locks |
A stopper or toggle on a draw cord that keeps the
cord from retracting into the garmet.
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Corduroy |
A cut filling pile cloth with narrow to wide ribs,
can be found in polyester, and man-made blends.
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Cotton |
Soft vegetable fiber obtained
from the seedpod of the cotton plant.
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Coverseamed |
A finish in which two needles
are used to create parallel rows of visible
stitching. It is used around the neck, arm holes,
waistband, and wrists of garments to create a
cleaner, more durable finish.
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Critical Seam-Seal |
Seams that are sealed with a waterproof tape only in
areas that are susceptible to water like shoulders,
front seams and zippers.
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Denier |
A density of the weave in a
nylon or polyester product.
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Dobby |
A decorative weave, usually geometric, that is woven
into the fabric.
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Double Knit |
A circular knit fabric knitted
via double stitch on a double needle frame to
provide a double thickness.
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Double-Needle Stitched |
A finish used on a sleeve
and/or bottom hem that uses two needles to create
parallel rows of visible stitching. It gives the
garment a cleaner, more finished look and adds
durability.
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Down |
The soft fluffy under feathers of ducks and geese.
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Dri-FIT (NIKE GOLF) |
Fabric that helps keep you comfortable and dry by
moving perspiration from your skin to the outside
for rapid evaporation. The process happens by
transferring perspiration through layers of fabric.
As the body produces moisture, these layers carry
the moisture through the garment and up to the
outside layer where it is dispersed across the outer
surface and released into the air.
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Dri-FIT UV (NIKE GOLF) |
Same as Dri-FIT (see Dri_FIT) that also features 30
UPF.
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Drop Needle |
A knit fabric characterized by vertical lines within
the cloth. Manufactured by "dropping" a needle from
the knitting cylinder.
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Drop Tail |
A longer back than front for the purpose of keeping
the shirt tucked in. Also
referred to as Extended Tail.
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Dry-Fiber |
A high activity sportswear fabric that absorbs,
wicks and dries faster than average golfwear.
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Dry-Fiber Dynamics (PING®) |
A high activity sportswear fabric that absorbs,
wicks and dries faster than average golfwear.
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Duck Cloth |
Tightly woven fabric that provides wind and snag
resistance.
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Dyed-to-Match |
Describes buttons or trims that are the
same color as the garment onto which they are sewn.
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EcoSpun |
A fleece outerwear fabric made
from at least 50% materials reclaimed from recycled
plastic soda pop bottles.
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End-on-End |
A 2-ply weave of different color yarns that run
parallel against each other so that both colors are
visible.
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Enzyme Washed |
A laundering process in which
a catalytic substance is added to create a chemical
change in the fabric resulting in a very soft
finish, smoother appearing surface and reduced
shrinkage.
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Etched-Tone Buttons |
A more upscale horn-tone button with an etched
pattern.
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Extended Tail |
When the back portion of the garment is longer than
the front. Assists in keeping the garment tucked in
during normal activity. Also referred to as Drop
Tail.
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Eyelets |
Small holes or perforations made in
a series to allow breathability. Finished with
either stitching or brass grommets.
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Full Cut |
Refers to a garment's fit as being generous and
roomy.
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Garment Dyed |
A dyeing process that occurs after the garment is
assembled.
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Garment Washed |
A wash process where softeners are added to finished
garments to help the cotton fibers relax or bloom.
The result is a fabric with a
thicker appearance, reduced shrinkage and a softer
hand.
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Grosgrain |
A closely woven silk or rayon fabric with narrow
horizontal stripes.
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Hand |
The way the fabric feels when it
is touched.
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Herringbone |
A chevron or zigzag pattern, knit into
fabric.
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High Profile |
A cap style with a high slope structured with a
buckram - a stiff fabric lining. Less fitted to the
head.
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Honeycomb Pique |
A pique fabric with a waffle or cellular appearance.
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Horn-Tone Buttons |
Buttons that appear to be manufactured from horn.
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Houndstooth |
A medium sized broken check effect that is
knit into the fabric.
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IL50 |
Fabric treatment used on garments that allows them
to withstand more than 50
washes through the extreme conditions of industrial
laundering machines.
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Interlock Knit |
A fabric that has two plys knit simultaneously to
form one thicker and heavier ply. It has more
natural stretch than a jersey knit, a soft hand, and
the same appearance and feel on both sides.
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Iridescent Buttons |
Buttons with a lustrous, rainbow-like hue.
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Jacquard Knit |
A pattern knit directly into
the fabric during the manufacturing process.
Typically, two or more colors are used.
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Jersey Knit |
Fabric has a definite smooth side, the outside, and
a textured side, the inside.
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Lamborder |
A flat rib knit, with specified dimensions that is
used to function as a placket and placket facing.
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Leather |
An animal skin made smooth and flexible by removing
the hair and then tanning.
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Linen |
A flax product, linen absorbs moisture quickly and
does not soil easily.
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Locker Loop |
A looped piece of fabric in the neck of the garment
for the convenience of hanging the garment on a
hook. Can also be located at the center of the back
yoke on the inside or outside of a garment.
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Locker Patch |
A semi-oval panel sewn into
the inside back portion of a garment, just under the
collar seam, to reinforce the garment and minimize
stretching when hung on a hook. The patch also
allows for the garment tag or label to be sewn below
the neckline to help prevent irritation.
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Low Profile |
A cap style with a low slope that is more closely
fitted to the head. Can be either structured or
unstructured.
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Lycra® |
INVISTA's trademark for a synthetic fabric material
with elastic properties of "spandex".
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Matte Taslan |
See Taslan but with a dull
finish.
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Melamine |
A highly resistant, exceptionally strong plastic
laminate material sometimes used in buttons.
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Melange |
A mix of different colors of yarns knit together to
create a heathered effect.
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Mercerized |
A product that has gone through a process to produce
a smooth, lustrous hand.
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Mercerized Cotton |
Cotton thread that has been treated with sodium
hydroxide. The thread is given a caustic soda bath
that is then neutralized with an acid bath. This
treatment increases luster, sheen, strength,
affinity to dye, resistance to mildew, and also
reduces lint. Only the finest cotton is reserved for
this process.
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Mesh |
Similar to a pique knit, but with
a more open texture for increased breathability.
Larger knit than Cool Weave.
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Microfiber |
Fabric that is tightly woven from a very fine poly
thread and has a sueded finish for a luxurious, soft
feel. Microfiber fabric is naturally water repellent
due to its construction process and when specially
treated, can also be waterproof.
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Micro Fleece |
A high density, anti-pilling fleece made of knit
micro-fibers that are brushed less than a regular
fleece garment. It has a high capacity for warmth
without the weight.
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Micro Cord |
A very fine wale cord.
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Micro-Stripe |
An ultra-fine stripe that is knit into the fabric.
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Mid Profile |
A cap with a slope height in
between that of a High Profile and Low Profile. It
is most often structured with buckram.
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Mother of Pearl Logo Buttons |
Buttons made from Mother of Pearl, with a logo inscribed
on them.
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Nail Head Design |
A jacquard knitting pattern in
which the jacquard forms a design similar to small
nail heads.
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Non-Iron |
Chemically treated fabrics that are resistant to
wrinkles. These fabrics allow you to wash without
the need for pressing. Clothes look fresh and
maintain a sophisticated look for each wearing.
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NuBlend™ |
The combination of a knitting and spinning process
developed by JERZEES® for their blended fleece that
helps prevent pilling.
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Nylon |
A synthetic polymer, a plastic, durable fabric used
in apparel and other everyday items.
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Ottoman |
A tightly woven plain weave ribbed fabric with
a hard, slightly lustered surface. The ribbed effect
is created by weaving a finer silk or manufactured
warp yarn with a heavier filler yarn (usually cotton
or wool).
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Overdyed |
A process in which yarn dyed
fabrics or piece dyed garments are put through an
additional dye color to create unique colors.
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Oxford |
A type of fabric where the fibers are either cotton
or blended man-made fibers.
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Pashmina |
A luxurious shawl, wrap, or scarf made of finer
fabrics like silk and cashmere.
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Patch Pocket |
A pocket attached to the outside of the
garment.
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Peached |
A fabric that has been processed to have the lofty
softness of a peach.
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Pearlized Buttons |
Buttons that have a pearl-colored hue.
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Pewter Buttons |
Buttons that have a dull, metallic hue.
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Horn-Tone Buttons |
Buttons that incorporate
pewter and horn tone, usually one encompasses the
other.
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Pigment Dyed |
A type of dye used to create a distressed or washed
look.
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Pill |
A tangled ball of fibers that appears on the surface
of a fabric, as a result of wear or continued
friction or rubbing on teh surface of the fabric.
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Pima Cotton |
A high-end yarn made by plying yarns spun from long
combed staple. One of the best grades of cotton in
the world. Pima cotton has extra long fiber lengths
making it soft, yet strong.
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Pima-Tek™ |
Lightweight pima cotton, polyester and spandex
jersey knit with a smooth hand and plenty of stretch
for active wear. Also contains moisture wicking
properties.
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Pique Knit |
A knitting method that creates
a fine textured surface that appears similar to a
birds nest or waffle weave.
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Placket |
The part of a shirt or jacket where the
edges of the fabric overlap, often fastened with
buttons.
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Ply |
Two or more yarns that have been twisted together.
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Poly-Fill |
A warm polyester lining found in
the body or sleeves of outerwear garments. It has
more loft than a regular nylon lining.
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Polyester |
A strong, durable synthetic fabric with a low
moisture absorbency.
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Polynosic |
Features similar characteristics to cotton and silk,
has excellent luster and very little shrinkage.
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Popcorn Pique
(PING®) |
Alternating rows of two different pique knits; one
knit is a baby pique, while the other is a larger
pique that resembles small circles knit closely
together.
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Poplin |
A tightly woven, durable, medium weight cotton or
cotton blend fabric made using a rib variation of
the plain weave which creates a slight ridge effect.
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Pre-Shrunk |
Fabrics or garments that have received a
pre-shrinking treatment.
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Print Pro™ |
A knitting process developed by Hanes® for their
fleece garments that creates a tighter knit for a
better printing surface.
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PVC |
A polyurethane coating that is
added to make garments water resistant.
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R-Tek™ Fleece |
100% polyester fleece with an anti-pill finish which
prevents the formation of little balls on the
surface of the fabric.
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Raglan Sleeves |
Sleeves set with a diagonal seam from the neck to
the armpit.
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Rapid Dry™ |
A fabric designed with a unique weave to wick away
moisture from the body.
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Rib Knit |
A textured knit that has the appearance of vertical
lines. It is highly elastic and retains "memory".
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Ring Spun |
Yarn made by continuously twisting and thinning a
rope of cotton fibers. The twisting makes the short
hairs of cotton stand out, resulting in a stronger
yarn with a significantly softer hand.
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Running Stitch |
A stitch that is spaced
equally, with the underside stitching being half the
length of the external side.
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Sandwashed |
A washing process in which the
fabric is washed with very fine lava rocks or rubber
/ silicon balls resulting in a softer fabric with a
relaxed look and reduced shrinkage.
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Satin |
Fabric that has a smooth,
lustrous face effect while the back of the material
is dry.
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Sculpted Hem |
A hem that is softly rounded
for fashion detail.
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Seam-Sealed |
Seams that are sealed with a
special waterproof tape or a rolling process to make
a garment completely waterproof.
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Self-Fabric Collar |
A collar that is constructed from the
same material as the body of the garment.
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Self-Fabric
Sweatband |
Refers to headwear where the sweatband is
constructed with the same fabric as the crown
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Serge Stitch |
An overcasting technique done on the cut edge of the
fabric to prevent unraveling.
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Sensor Cool (PING®) |
Polyester fabric specially blended to absorb body
heat and release it back when
needed.
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Side Vents |
Slits found at the bottom of side seams. They are
fashion details that allow for comfort and ease of
movement.
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Silk |
Silk is a natural protein
fiber that can be woven into textiles. It is
obtained from the cocoon of silkworm reared in
captivity. The shimmering appearance for which silk
is prized comes from the fiber's triangular
prism-like structure which allows silk cloth to
refract incoming light at different angles.
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Singles |
A term used to indicate the
diameter of a yarn; the smaller the number, the
thicker the yarn.
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Slash Pockets |
A pocket that has to be entered through a slash on
the outside of the garment.
The pocket pouch is suspended from and attached to
the slash.
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Sphere Dry (NIKE) |
This patented fabric has a raised "bumpy" surface that
lines the inside of the shirt. These bumps not only
create an appealing athletic-inspired texture, they
also work together like a funnel to draw
perspiration from the inside out. The fabric's
three-dimensional construction creates air space
around you to reduce cling.
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Sport-Wick™ |
A moisture-wicking fabric that includes anti-static
properties for comfort during light warm-ups and
cool-downs.
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Stonewashed |
A washing process in which the fabric or garment is
heavily washed with lava rocks or rubber / silicon
balls. The result is a softer fabric with a
distressed or weathered look and reduced shrinkage.
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Storm-FIT (NIKE GOLF) |
Ultra-fine microfiber polyester with a breathable
coating to provide total protection from water and
wind.
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Storm Flap |
A strip of fabric sewn under or over
the front zip or snap closure of an outerwear
garment to protect against wind and moisture.
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Structured |
A cap style with a lined front consisting of
buckram, a stiff fabric, that controls the slope of
the cap.
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Sueded Cotton |
A fabric that goes through a brushing process to
raise the nap and give the
garment a soft hand.
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Supima® Cotton |
One of the best grades of cotton in the world, the
premium fiber is longer, finer and stronger than
other cotton. The name "Supima" is an abbreviation
for Superior Pima. (see Pima Cotton). The name "Supima®"
is a licensed trademark owned by Supima and its
members. It is used to promote textile and apparel
products made of 100% American Pima cotton, but is
strictly controlled by the grower association.
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Taped Seams |
A strip of fabric sewn to the
seam of a garment to prevent distortion. In
outerwear, taped seams aid in waterproofing.
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Taslan |
Refers to how the fibers are woven and the
resulting texture. Used mainly in outerwear
garments, Taslan is a durable and water repellent
nylon fabric with a slightly shiny surface.
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Teklon |
A rugged, stronger Taslan nylon that is water
repellent.
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Tencel |
A fabric made from the fiber found in
wood pulp which is processed into a silk-like,
delicate fabric.
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Terra-Tek™ |
A durable and water repellent Taslan with
a matte finish.
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Terry Velouor |
A type of material with uncut
loops on both sides. It has a soft, plush feel and
is water absorbent.
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Therma-FIT (NIKE GOLF) |
Fabric is designed from a
densely constructed weave that is brushed on both
sides to create air pockets. These air pockets in
the fabric trap and retain body heat, but not
moisture.
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Thread Count |
The actual number of warp ends and filling picks per
inch in a woven cloth. In knitted fabric, thread
count implies the number of wales or ribs.
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Tone-on-Tone Jacquard Collar |
See Jacquard Knit. The two colors being used are the
same.
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Tricot Lining |
A very lightweight nylon lining often used in
shorts.
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Triple-Needle Stitched |
See Double-Needle stitched but
with 3 stitches.
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Tubular Collar |
Collar which is knit in a tube
form so it has no seams.
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Tuck-In Tails |
A shirt constructed so the back hem is longer than
the front. This aids in keeping the shirt tucked-in
during strenuous activities.
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Tuck Stitch |
Refers to the look of the knit where some stitches
are actually under the other stitches. Gives the
shirt a waffle-weave type texture and look.
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Twill Tape Placket Lining |
Twill tape is attached to the
inside of the placket for a fashion effect.
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Twill |
A fabric characterized by micro diagonal ribs
producing a soft, smooth finish.
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Two-ply |
Ply is a term to describe a
yarn that has more than one end to make up the
overall yarn. Having a thickness made up of two
layers or strands. Adds durability, weight and
quality.
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Underarm Grommets |
Small holes in the armpit area
to allow breathability and air circulation.
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Unstructured |
A low profile cap style with a natural low sloping
crown. No buckram has been added to the crown.
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V Patch |
A section of material in a V
shape that is sewn onto a garment directly under the
collarette. Can provide support against stretching
the neck opening and is also a style component.
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Vents, Front and Back |
Allow for breathability and may aid in
ease of decoration, allowing the garment to be
hooped and embroidered with no show-through on the
inside of the garment. Some vents are tacked down
and are for fashion purposes only.
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Waffle Weave / Knit |
A waffle, or square pattern, knit or woven into a
garment.
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Waterproof |
A garment that is seam-sealed and able to withstand
a specific amount of water pressure.
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Water-Resistant |
Fabric treated chemically to resist water.
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Washer Nylon |
A nylon garment treated with a
special finish to produce a crinkled effect.
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Welt Collar and/or Cuffs |
A single ply fabric with a finished edge that
is used for collars and cuffs on sport shirts and
short sleeve garments.
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Wickability |
The ability of a fiber or a fabric to disperse
moisture and allow it to pass
through to the surface of the fabric, so that
evaporation can take place.
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Wood-Tone Buttons |
Buttons that simulate a wood appearance.
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Yarn-Dyed |
Yarn that has been dyed prior to the weaving or
knitting of the garment.
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Yoke Back |
A piece of fabric that connects the back of the
garment to the shoulders. This allows the garment to
lay flat.
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Zipper Garage |
A flap of material located at
the collar to keep the zipper pull away from your
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