Materials / guide 01

How fabric, fit, and print shape a garment.

GSM is useful, but it is not a quality score. This guide separates measurable material facts from the choices that determine fit, drape, print, and durability.

Updated October 13, 2026

01 / Weight

What fabric weight tells you

GSM means grams per square meter. It describes fabric mass over area, not softness, fiber quality, seam strength, warmth, or lifespan by itself.

A heavier knit often holds its shape; a lighter one can feel softer and layer more easily. Compare fabric weight with the fiber content, cut, and measurements of the garment you want.

02 / Build

Read the whole construction

Collar recovery, seam type, panel alignment, cuffs, hems, and reinforcement at stress points often matter more than a headline weight. All-over-print pieces also depend on how artwork crosses panels and seams.

  • Check the exact material composition and care instructions.
  • Compare garment measurements, not only the size letter.
  • Treat supplier tolerances and placement variation as production facts, not surprises.

03 / Surface

Choose a print that suits the fabric

Screen print, direct-to-garment print, embroidery, transfer, and all-over print behave differently. Fine line work, dense fills, stretch, texture, and garment color all affect which process is appropriate.

Check the print method on the product page. A digital mockup shows the intended design; a physical sample shows the texture, placement, and finish on fabric.

04 / Catalog

What to check before you order

Check the size chart, fabric composition, care instructions, and shipping information for your selected garment. For a looser fit, compare its measurements with a piece you already like. Ask us about any detail you cannot find.

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