This is your deep dive into one of the world’s most essential fabrics. From basic to luxury, this guide breaks down everything you need to know about cotton—how it’s grown, processed, woven, and used in garments. You’ll explore the full spectrum of cotton fiber types (like combed, organic, Pima, and Supima), how to choose between weaves like poplin, flannel, and jersey, and which fabrics suit which products.

Whether you’re sourcing T-shirts, developing luxury shirting, or simply want to understand why some cottons cost more and last longer—this guide has the clarity and depth you need.

Perfect for fashion designers, brand owners, and fabric buyers who need to make informed, confident choices when working with cotton.

What’s inside:

• Key differences between carded, combed, organic, Pima, and Supima cotton

• Common cotton fabrics (poplin, flannel, jersey, twill, etc.) and what they’re good for

• GSM ranges, texture, breathability, and price comparison

• Durability, pilling, shrinkage, and color fading explained

• When and why to blend cotton with polyester, elastane, or bamboo

• Fabric recommendations for specific products: T-shirts, shirts, loungewear, bedding

• Care tips to maintain color, softness, and shape