Material Composition | Formal Apparel, Cultural Attire | Industry: 65%/35% polyester/cotton blend (common in basic fabrics) ▲ Base: 100% polyester (GRS certified) ▲▲ Advanced: 100% recycled polyester (90% post-consumer waste, GRS v5.0) | Pure polyester ensures uniform texture; GRS certification guarantees recycled content traceability. | Lacks natural breathability of cotton blends; may require interlining for opacity. |
Weight (GSM) | Casual Wear, Summer Apparel | Industry: 120gsm ▲ Base: 100gsm (lightweight) ▲▲ Advanced: 85gsm (ultra-light, ISO 3801 verified) | Lightweight reduces garment bulk; ideal for warm climates. | May lack durability for heavy-duty use; requires reinforced stitching for structure. |
Breathability | Athletic Wear, Activewear | Industry: 15,000 g/m²/24h (ASTM E96) ▲ Base: 18,000 g/m²/24h (exceeds ISO 11092 comfort standards) ▲▲ Advanced: 22,000 g/m²/24h (industry-leading) | Enhanced moisture-wicking for sustained comfort; ideal for high-activity settings. | Higher breathability may compromise fabric stability; prone to wrinkling. |
Shrink Resistance | Formal Wear, Tailored Garments | Industry: 4% shrinkage (AATCC Test Method 135) ▲ Base: ≤2% shrinkage (AATCC 135) ▲▲ Advanced: ≤1% shrinkage (ISO 13934-1) | Minimal shrinkage ensures consistent fit over washes; reduces post-wash adjustments. | Less stretch may require precise cutting; unsuitable for stretch-heavy designs. |
Eco-Friendly Certification | Ethical Brands, Sustainable Fashion | Industry: No certification (common in fast fashion) ▲ Base: GRS (Global Recycled Standard) ▲▲ Advanced: GRS + Fair Trade Certified | GRS ensures recycled content and ethical production; Advanced tier covers labor practices. | Certification increases production costs; may limit dye color options for recycled materials. |
Sheer/Fusible Properties | Structured Blouses, Formal Shirts | Industry: Non-fusible, 50% opacity (ASTM D1894) ▲ Base: Fusible, 60% opacity (ASTM D1894) ▲▲ Advanced: Fusible + anti-sheer coating (80% opacity, ASTM D1894) | Fusible reduces sewing time; sheer adds aesthetic appeal for lightweight designs. | Higher opacity limits design flexibility; anti-sheer coating adds production complexity/cost. |