Waffle Pique Fabric for Polo Shirts, Sweatshirts, and Casual Apparel
Waffle pique fabric is widely used in polo shirts, T-shirts, lightweight sweatshirts, and casualwear. Its textured structure also makes it suitable for children’s clothing, loungewear, and breathable sportswear designed for everyday comfort and durability.
| Fabric Specifications | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Material | Cotton / Polyester / Spandex Blends | Fabric Structure | Waffle Pique Knit (Jacquard Texture) |
| Composition | 65/35 C/P, 83/17 C/P, 97/3 P/Spandex | Weight (GSM) | 220–350 GSM |
| Yarn Count | 40D Filament + Cotton Yarn | Knitting Method | Weft Knitted |
| Width | 165–185 cm | Knitting Gauge | Medium to Coarse Gauge |
| Elasticity | Low to Moderate Stretch | Fabric Finish | Dyed / Jacquard Pattern |
| Color Options | Solid Dyed / Custom Colors | MOQ | Based on Specification |
Product Overview & Key Features
Waffle pique fabric is a textured knitted fabric characterized by its three-dimensional honeycomb or grid-like surface, created through specialized jacquard knitting techniques. Compared to standard pique, this structure enhances airflow, making the fabric more breathable while maintaining a structured appearance suitable for polos and outerwear.
Depending on fiber composition, the fabric can offer a balance of softness, durability, and shape retention. Cotton-rich blends provide comfort and moisture absorption, while polyester and spandex components improve wrinkle resistance, elasticity, and garment longevity. Medium to heavy weights make this fabric particularly suitable for transitional and cooler seasons, as well as structured casualwear such as sweatshirts and fashion polos.
The fabric’s dimensional texture also adds visual depth, reducing the need for additional printing or embellishment in garment design.
Key Features:
- Distinct waffle or grid-textured surface
- Good breathability and moisture management
- Structured yet comfortable hand feel
- Suitable for medium to heavyweight garments
- Enhanced durability with blended fibers
Customization Options
- Fabric weight customization (lightweight to heavyweight GSM)
- Yarn composition adjustment (cotton / polyester / spandex ratios)
- Yarn count and filament selection
- Fabric width customization
- Reactive dyeing and color matching
- Jacquard pattern development (waffle size and structure)
- Enzyme wash or softening finishes
- Anti-pilling and shape-retention treatments
- Functional finishes (moisture-wicking, quick-dry)