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Crochet fabric offers research opportunities in loop-based textile construction, yarn selection, stitch density, dimensional stability, stretch behavior, surface texture, and sustainable handcrafted textile development. Its construction provides valuable scope for studying the relationship between yarn characteristics, stitch geometry, material efficiency, and functional performance in apparel and textile applications.

Sample Details:

* Object Title: Crochet Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-TWF 08/2026
* Category: Textile Collection – Crochet
* Period: 2026
* Region: Asia, China
* Material Composition: Need analysis
* Construction: Crochet / Loop
* Yarn Count: Need analysis
* GSM: Need analysis
* Width: Need analysis
* Stitch Type: Need analysis
* Dye Type: Need analysis
* Condition Assessment: Fabric swatch

Historical Notes: Crochet is a loop-forming textile technique in which yarn is transformed into a fabric structure through interconnected loops and defined stitch formations. Unlike woven fabrics, crochet does not use conventional warp–weft interlacement. Variations in yarn type, stitch geometry, loop density, and pattern development create different levels of openness, texture, flexibility, and dimensional stability. The technique has evolved from traditional handcraft into contemporary fashion and textile design.

Source / Donor: Hullor

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Woven Suede Fabric offers valuable opportunities for studying advanced surface finishing techniques, microfiber engineering, and the development of suede-like textiles as sustainable alternatives to natural leather. It also reflects the evolution of modern woven fabrics for fashion, upholstery, and lifestyle applications.

Sample Details:

Object Title: Woven Suede Fabric
Accession Number: THB W-TWF 07/2026
Category: Woven Collection
Period: 2026
Region: Asia, Bangladesh
Material Composition: 100% Polyester Microfiber
Weave Construction: Need Analysis
GSM: 120
Width: 56/57″
Surface Finish: Brushed & Peach Finish (Suede Finish)
Dye Type: Need Analysis
Condition Assessment: Fabric Swatch
Historical Notes: Woven Suede Fabric gained widespread commercial use during the late 20th century with the advancement of microfiber technology. It was developed to replicate the luxurious appearance and soft hand feel of natural suede while providing improved durability, lower maintenance, and an animal-free alternative for apparel, footwear, upholstery, and accessories.
Source / Donor: Hullor Fashion Limited

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Reflective fabric offers research opportunities in advanced retroreflective technologies, sustainable reflective materials, durable wash-resistant coatings, smart textile integration, high-visibility performance optimization, and eco-friendly manufacturing processes for next-generation protective clothing, sportswear, and functional textile applications.

Swatch Details:
* * Accession Number: THB W-TWF 06/2026
* Need analysis

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Stripe Denim offers significant research potential for studying yarn-dyed pattern development, twill weave construction, indigo dyeing techniques, and the evolution of functional workwear into modern fashion textiles. It provides valuable insight into the history of striped denim fabrics used in railroad uniforms, industrial workwear, and contemporary denim apparel, illustrating the relationship between textile engineering, durability, and aesthetic design.

Sample Details:
* Object Title: Stripe Denim Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-DEN 01/2026
* Category: Woven Collection – Denim Fabrics
* Period: 2026
* Region: Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition: 100% Cotton
* Weave Construction: 3/1 Right-Hand Twill
* Yarn Count (Warp × Weft): Need analysis
* GSM: Need to check
* Dye Type: Indigo Warp with Yarn-Dyed Stripe Effect
* Condition Assessment: Fabric Swatch

Historical Notes: Stripe Denim originated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in North America, where hickory stripe denim became the preferred fabric for railroad workers, mechanics, and industrial laborers. The striped construction provided both visual distinction and practical performance, making it an iconic workwear textile before evolving into a popular fashion fabric.

Available in Museum for research & study.
Metallic fabrics offer significant research opportunities in textile engineering, sustainable finishing, and smart materials. Future studies may focus on developing eco-friendly metallic coatings, improving durability and recyclability, reducing environmental impact, and integrating conductive properties for wearable electronics and smart textiles. Research into bio-based metallic finishes and advanced nanotechnology coatings may further expand the applications of metallic fabrics in both fashion and technical industries.

The history of metallic textiles dates back thousands of years, when gold and silver threads were woven into luxury fabrics for royalty, religious garments, and ceremonial dress in ancient Egypt, Persia, China, and Europe. During the twentieth century, the development of synthetic fibers and advanced finishing technologies enabled the production of lightweight metallic fabrics using aluminum coatings, metallic pigments, and foil applications. Today, metallic fabrics are widely used in fashion, performance wear, technical textiles, and interior decoration, representing a fusion of traditional craftsmanship and modern textile innovation.

Snake Rib Structured Fabric
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Snake Rib Structured Fabric offers valuable research opportunities in biomimicry-inspired textile design, engineered surface development, three-dimensional fabric structures, advanced knitting technologies, and performance material innovation. Its distinctive ribbed construction, inspired by the skeletal arrangement of snake ribs, demonstrates how natural forms can influence modern textile engineering to create fabrics with enhanced flexibility, dimensional stability, and visual depth.

Sample Details:

Object Title: Snake Rib Structured Fabric
Accession Number: THB K-TKF 02/2026
Category: Engineered Fabric Collection
Period: 2026
Region: Asia, Bangladesh
Material Composition: 80% Polyester, Rayon (Viscose) 17%, 3% Spandex
Fabric Construction: Engineered Rib Structure / Snake Rib Effect
Yarn Count: Variable Engineered Construction
GSM: 280 GSM
Width: 64″ Cuttable
Dye Type:
Condition Assessment: Fabric Swatch
Historical Notes: The design concept behind Snake Rib Structured Fabric emerged from the field of biomimicry, where natural biological structures inspire technological and material innovation. Although nature-inspired textiles began gaining attention during the late 20th century, advancements in computerized knitting, jacquard engineering, and 3D textile manufacturing during the 1990s and 2000s enabled the development of complex ribbed and skeletal-inspired fabric surfaces. By the 2010s, fashion and technical textile sectors increasingly adopted reptile-inspired structures for their unique combination of aesthetics, flexibility, and performance. Snake Rib Structured Fabric represents a contemporary textile innovation that merges natural inspiration with advanced fabric engineering.
Innovation Timeline:
1970s–1980s: Early experimentation with bio-inspired textile structures.
1990s: Growth of computerized knitting and engineered textile technologies.
2000s: Commercial adoption of biomimicry concepts in textile product development.
2010s: Expansion of reptile-inspired and skeletal-inspired fabric surfaces in fashion and performance textiles.
2020s–Present: Integration of advanced engineered structures into sportswear, outerwear, luxury fashion, and technical textile applications.

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Cavalry Twill fabric offers valuable research opportunities in sustainable cotton sourcing, recycled fiber integration, durable twill constructions, performance finishing, and structured fabric engineering for apparel, uniforms, and outerwear applications. Its distinctive diagonal twill ribs and dense construction demonstrate how weave structure enhances durability, shape retention, and long-term garment performance.

Sample Details:
* Object Title : Cavalry Twill Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-TWILL 05/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 80% BCI Cotton, 20% Recycled Cotton
* Weave Construction: Cavalry Twill
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 20×7 / 70×58
* GSM : 300–310 GSM
* Width: 57″ Finish / 56″ Cuttable
* Dye Type : Ecru / Softener Wash
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : Cavalry Twill originated from military and equestrian uniforms during the 19th century, particularly in Europe and Britain. Its strong twill construction and pronounced diagonal ribs provided durability, abrasion resistance, and structure for riding apparel and uniforms. Over time, the fabric evolved into a premium textile widely used in trousers, jackets, workwear, and contemporary fashion collections due to its strength, refined texture, and long-lasting performance.
* Source: NZ Tex Group

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Waffle Woven Fabric offers strong research potential in the field of structural textile engineering, particularly in cellular weave development, moisture management performance, and sustainable fabric construction. It provides opportunities to explore weave geometry optimization, absorbency enhancement, air permeability control, and the role of yarn structure in creating functional textiles without heavy chemical finishing.

Sample Details:

* Object Title: Waffle Woven Fabric (Honeycomb Fabric)
* Accession Number: THB W-TWF 05/2026
* Category: Textured Woven Textile Collection
* Period: 2025
* Region: Asia / Bangladesh
* Material Composition: 100% Cotton
* Construction: Cellular / Honeycomb Weave (Plain weave derivative with float variation)
* Yarn Count (Warp × Weft): 20s × 2
EPI × PPI: Approx. 85 × 69
* GSM: Approx. 220–260 (estimated, requires lab testing)
* Width: Standard
* Dye Type: Piece Dyed (White/Natural)
* Condition Assessment: Fabric yardage

Historical Notes:
Cellular or waffle weave structures originated in early European textile traditions, particularly in linen-based household fabrics prior to the 18th century. With the technological advancements of the Industrial Revolution in England (circa 1760–1820), complex weave formations such as honeycomb became more accessible through mechanized looms. By the 19th century, waffle fabrics gained prominence in bath textiles due to their superior absorbency and quick-drying characteristics. In the mid-20th century, their application expanded into apparel, especially in thermal wear and casual garments. In the modern era, waffle woven fabrics have become increasingly relevant in sustainable textile development, utilizing organic cotton and eco-friendly finishing processes while maintaining performance through structure rather than chemical dependency.

* Source / Donor: Paramount Textile Ltd.

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Sequin Embroidery Polyester Fabric offers strong research potential in the field of decorative textile engineering, particularly in automated embellishment techniques, synthetic material performance, and surface design innovation. It provides opportunities to explore sequin attachment methods, durability enhancement, base fabric compatibility, and comfort optimization for fashion and occasion wear applications.

Sample Details:

* Object Title: Sequin Embroidery Polyester Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-TWF 04/2026
* Category: Embellished / Decorative Textile Collection
* Period: 2026
* Region: Asia / China
* Material Composition: 100% Polyester
* Construction: Embroidery with Sequin Attachment on Base Fabric
* Yarn Count (Warp × Weft): Not applicable (base fabric requires analysis)
* GSM: Approx. 178
* Width: 130 cm
* Dye Type: Piece Dyed (Black) with Surface Embellishment
* Condition Assessment: Fabric swatch

Historical Notes:
Sequin-embellished textiles have origins in ancient civilizations, where metallic discs were hand-sewn onto garments as symbols of wealth and status. With the advancement of industrial embroidery technologies in the late 20th century, sequin application evolved into a scalable and precise manufacturing process. Polyester-based sequin embroidery fabrics represent a modern adaptation—combining durability, cost efficiency, and high visual impact. Today, such fabrics are widely used in global fashion for eveningwear, stage costumes, and trend-driven apparel, reflecting the fusion of traditional ornamentation with contemporary textile engineering.

* Source / Donor: Hullor

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Chanel-Style Sequined Tweed Fabric offers strong potential for studying fancy weave construction, multi-fiber blending, and surface embellishment techniques in modern luxury textiles. It provides insight into how traditional tweed structures have evolved into high-fashion materials through the integration of decorative elements such as sequins, specialty yarns, and mixed textures. This fabric also reflects the transition from functional heritage textiles to premium, design-driven applications in contemporary apparel.

Sample details:
* Object Title: Chanel-Style Sequined Tweed Fabric
* Accession Number: TTHB W-TWF 03/2026
* Category: Woven Collection
* Period: 2026
* Region: Asia
* Material Composition: Polyester 47.6%, Wool 39.7%, Nylon 7.9%, Other 4.8%
* Weave Construction: Fancy Weave (Tweed Structure with Decorative Yarn Integration)
* Yarn Count (warp × weft): Not specified (multi-yarn irregular construction)
* GSM: 590
* Width: 140 cm (≈55”)
* Dye Type: Likely piece-dyed with synthetic dyes (multi-tone yarn effect)
* Condition Assessment: Fabric swatch with attached sequins; good condition

Historical Notes: Inspired by early–mid 20th century European tweed fabrics, later popularized in luxury women’s fashion. The addition of sequins represents a contemporary adaptation, merging classic textile structures with modern embellishment techniques for high-end apparel.

Source / Donor: Imported sample – Shaoxing Keqiao Gaoce Textile Co., Ltd.

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Single Jersey offers research opportunities in stretch optimization, moisture management, and sustainable knit structures, bridging traditional weft-knitting techniques with modern performance fabrics.

Sample Details:
* Object Title : Single Jersey
* Accession Number: THB K-SJ 01/2026
* Category : Knit Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 100% Cotton
* Weave Construction: Weft Knit
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : Need to identify
* GSM : 180
* Width: Available
* Dye Type : Reactive Dye
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : Single Jersey emerged in the late 19th century with circular knitting machines in England, initially used for undergarments and lightweight apparel due to its smooth, stretchable texture.
* Source / Donor : SF Fashion

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Piqué offers research opportunities in knit/woven texture engineering, moisture management, and durable sportswear applications, bridging traditional pattern design with modern functional performance.

Sample Details:
* Object Title : Piqué Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-TKF 01/2026
* Category : Knit Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 100% Polyester
* Weave Construction: Weft Knit
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : Need analysis
* GSM : 220
* Width:
* Dye Type : Reactive
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : Piqué originated in 18th–19th century France and England, initially used for formal shirts and waistcoats due to its crisp texture and decorative raised patterns.
* Source / Donor : SF Fashion