A soft, fluid plain weave in viscose, also called rayon. It feels cool, breathes like cotton, drapes like silk and absorbs dye evenly, so rotary-screen and digital prints come out bright: printed fashion scarves, hijabs, shawls and beach wraps.
What is typical, and what we confirm for your order
Typical for this fabric type
Construction
Woven, Plain weave (pongee, taffeta)
Knit
Woven plain weave (challis)
Usual composition
100% viscose; viscose-linen blends also used.
Weight class
Lightweight
Feel
Soft, matte, cool and fluid
Season
Spring / autumn, Summer
Warmth
Low
Breathability
Very high
Stretch
Low
Moisture management
Very high
Quick drying
Moderate
Softness
Very high
Durability
Moderate
General textile guidance, not a lab measurement of our fabric.
Mr Balaclava specification
Availability
Offered for our custom scarves
Anything not listed here is confirmed with your quote.
Decoration suitability
EmbroideryTest first
Screen printingSuitable
Sublimation printingNot suitable
Heat transferTest first
Woven labelSuitable
Printed labelSuitable
Rotary screen printing for long runs of repeat patterns, digital printing for detailed artwork. Narrow hems, frayed edges or fringes. Industry guidance for this fabric type. We confirm the method on a sample before production.