Fabric Guide
The look, feel, and performance of your uniforms all start with the right fabric. At Drape & Stitch, we understand that different roles and environments call for different materials.
That’s why we’ve created a fabric guide to help you explore our most popular options. Learn how each fabric performs, feels, and fits—and how we recommend using them to meet your specific needs.
Natural Fibres
Characteristics:
Breathable, absorbent, hypoallergenic, soft, durable.
Used in:
Shirts, pants, dresses, aprons, jackets, t-shirt.
Textiles:
Jersey, poplin, twill, canvas, chambray, denim, chino.
Characteristics:
Breathable, pilling resistant, thermoregulating, durable, moisture-wicking.
Used in:
Shirts, pants, dresses, skirts, suit jackets, vests, aprons.
Textiles:
Batiste Linen, Venetian Linen, Linen Gauze, Cambric Linen.
Characteristics:
Silk, soft, durable, highly breathable, moisture wicking, hypoallergenic, wrinkle resistant.
Used in:
Suit jackets, vests, trousers.
Textiles:
Bamboo Georgette, Bamboo Organza, Bamboo Voile, Bamboo Lawn.
Characteristics:
Elastic, resistant, heat retentive, absorbs, moisture, wrinkle resistant.
Used in:
Suit, jackets, vests, trousers.
Textiles:
Tweed, gabardine, flannel, crepe, twill.
Synthetic Fibers
Characteristics:
Soft, silky, moisture wicking.
Used in:
Chiffon, georgette, crepe, organza, batiste, satin
Textiles:
Chiffon, georgette, crepe, organza, batiste, satin.
Characteristics:
Soft, durable, elastic, moisture wicking, fast drying, wrinkle resistant.
Used in:
Shirts, raincoats, swimwear, active wear.
Textiles:
Ripstop, taffeta, mesh, spandex blends, tricot, microfiber.
Characteristics:
Soft, durable, stain & wrinkle resistant, moisture wicking, easy care.
Used in:
Shirts, pants, dresses, jackets, swimwear, sportswear, ties.
Textiles:
Satin, poplin, oxford, gabardine, corduroy, crepe
Characteristics:
Soft, silky, moisture wicking.
Used in:
Activewear, swimwear, leggings, undergarments, compression garments.
Textiles:
Jersey, rib knit, tricot, power mesh, stretch denim, spandex blends.
