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Fiber Characteristics

COTTON

Natural Fiber - cellulosic

CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Comfortable
  • Soft hand
  • Absorbent
  • Good color retention, prints well
  • Machine-washable, dry-cleanable
  • Good strength
  • Drapes well
  • Easy to handle and sew

 

MAJOR END USES:

  • Apparel - Wide range of wearing apparel: blouses, shirts, dresses, childrenswear, activewear, separates, swimwear, suits, jackets, skirts, pants, sweaters, hosiery, neckwear.
  • Home Fashions - curtains, draperies, bedspreads, comforters, throws, sheets, towels, table cloths, table mats, napkins.
 

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ZYIA - Item 889 - Black Peak Zipper Jogger
Inspired by classic athletic warm-up pants, these joggers offer the super-smooth feel and performance of our four-way stretch legging fabric, but in the casual cut of a jogger. The elastic cuffs are also equipped with stylish vertical zippers to make it easy to take off without removing your shoes.

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ZYIA - Item 1562 - Girl's Black Hendrix Performance Leggings
Dance, jump, or run, these unique leggings let you move without worrying about your clothes. Our matte Performance fabric has amazing stretch, moisture wicking, and all-over compression. This mid-rise design will stay put. This groovy retro twist on the classic black legging is the perfect starter piece for you to create a dozen different looks.

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