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Double Cloth, including Cheese Finish variants, offers rich research opportunities in historical textile evolution, weaving techniques, and surface finishing methods, highlighting both functional and aesthetic innovation. Studying these fabrics can inform sustainable production, design applications, and preservation of cultural heritage for contemporary fashion and museum collections.

Sample Details:
* Object Title : Double Cloth – Cheese Finish
* Accession Number: THB W-TWF 02/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 98% Cotton 2% Spandex
* Weave Construction: Cheese – Double Cloth
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 96×86/(21+20+70D)x(21+20+70D)
* GSM : 268
* Width: 50/52″
* Dye Type : Synthetic – Yarn Dyed
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : Double Cloth techniques originated in 14th–15th century Europe and Asia, with early examples in Italy, Flanders, China, and India, where they were used for luxurious garments, brocades, and ceremonial textiles. By the 18th–19th centuries, double cloth and cheese-finished variants became popular for fashion, children’s wear, and lightweight outerwear, valued for their reversible structure, layered texture, and delicate drape.
* Source / Donor : Paramount Textile

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Research on Swiss Dot fabric can examine how extra-yarn insertion and clip-weave techniques influence durability, drape, and surface stability in lightweight textiles. Further study may explore sustainable fiber alternatives, improved weaving efficiency, and performance enhancement for contemporary fashion applications.

Sample Details:
* Object Title : Swiss Dot Fabric (Dotted Swiss)
* Accession Number: THB W-Plain 07/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 100% Cotton
* Weave Construction: Plan Weave
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 133×72/40×40
* GSM : 125
* Width: 56/57″
* Dye Type : Synthetic, AOP
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : Swiss Dot fabric originated in Switzerland and gained popularity in Europe during the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly for lightweight summer garments and children’s wear. Its delicate raised dots became associated with refined, romantic fashion and remain a classic decorative textile today.
* Source / Donor : Paramount Textile

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Research on S-Twill can explore how twill direction, yarn count, and fiber blends influence strength, drape, and abrasion resistance. Further study may focus on sustainable fibers, advanced finishes, and performance optimization for modern apparel and technical textiles.

Sample Details:
* Object Title : Right-Hand Twill (S-Twill)
* Accession Number: THB W-TWILL 04/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 100% BCI Cotton
* Weave Construction: 2×2 S-Twill
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 42×30/(16/2+16/2G)x(16/2+16/2G)
* GSM : 238
* Width: 57″
* Dye Type : Synthetic – Yarn Dyed
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : S-Twill does not have a single inventor; it evolved naturally as part of traditional weaving techniques, with usage tracing back to ancient textile production (circa 3000–2000 BCE) in Egypt and Asia.
Right-Hand Twill (S-Twill) has been used for centuries in Europe and Asia for denim, gabardine, and suiting fabrics, valued for its durability, drape, and subtle diagonal texture. It reflects early innovations in weave direction to enhance both aesthetics and performance.
* Source / Donor : Paramount Textile

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The research opportunity for Left-Hand Twill (Z-Twill) includes studying how twill direction and yarn count influence fabric strength, drape, and abrasion resistance. Further exploration can focus on optimizing fiber blends, finishes, and weave variations for modern apparel and technical textile applications.

Sample Details:
* Object Title : Left-Hand Twill (Z-Twill)
* Accession Number: THB W-TWILL 03/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 70% BCI Cotton 30% Recycle Cotton (Pre)
* Weave Construction: 2×2 Z-Twill
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 16×21/66×60
* GSM : 174
* Width: 57″
* Dye Type : Synthetic – Yarn Dyed
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : Left-Hand Twill does not have a single inventor and emerged as a natural development in traditional weaving techniques. Twill weaves, including left-hand (Z-twill) and right-hand (S-twill), have been used since ancient times, dating back to early Egyptian and Asian textile practices (circa 3000–2000 BCE) for durable and decorative fabrics.

It is a weave structure innovation rather than a patented invention, evolving through centuries of practical and aesthetic textile development.
* Source / Donor : Zaber & Zubair Fabrics

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Sample Details:
* Object Title : 80% polyester and 20% cotton – Pocketing Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-Pocketing 02/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 80% polyester and 20% cotton
* Weave Construction: Plain
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 96×72/75Dx45D
* GSM : 85
* Width: 42″
* Dye Type : Millange – Synthetic
* Condition Assessment : Fabric hanger
* Historical Notes : 80/20 TC pocketing became widely used during the late 20th century as Bangladesh’s garment industry expanded, providing a durable, cost-effective internal fabric for pockets in trousers, denim, and uniforms. It reflects the industrialization and standardization of functional garment components in modern apparel production.
* Source / Donor : Rawshan Textile

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Sample Details:
* Object Title : 65% polyester and 35% cotton – Pocketing Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-Pocketing 01/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 65% polyester and 35% cotton
* Weave Construction: Plain
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 96×72/45×45
* GSM : 85
* Width: 42″
* Dye Type : RFD
* Condition Assessment : Fabric hanger
* Historical Notes : 65/35 TC pocketing became widely used during the late 20th century as Bangladesh’s garment industry expanded, providing a durable, cost-effective internal fabric for pockets in trousers, denim, and uniforms. It reflects the industrialization and standardization of functional garment components in modern apparel production.
* Source / Donor : Rawshan Textile

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The research scope of crepe fabric includes analysis of yarn twist levels, fiber composition, and finishing techniques to understand their impact on surface texture, drape performance, and dimensional stability. Further study can explore sustainable fiber integration, process optimization, and performance enhancement for contemporary apparel and technical textile applications.

Sample Details:
* Object Title : Crepe Fabric – Check
* Accession Number: THB W-TWF 01/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 35% Rayon 65% Poly
* Weave Construction: Creap Weave
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 20/2×20/2/60×42
* GSM : 250
* Width: 57″
* Dye Type : Synthetic
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : Crepe fabric emerged prominently in 19th-century Europe and Asia, particularly in silk form, where it was widely used for formal and ceremonial garments due to its elegant drape and subdued texture. Over time, with the development of high-twist yarn technology and synthetic fibers, crepe evolved into a versatile global fashion fabric, expanding into everyday apparel and modern industrial production.
* Source / Donor : Anwar Textile

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Zig Zag Twill offers potential for studying twill manipulation techniques, pattern innovation, and the evolution of structured, durable textiles in both fashion and functional apparel.

Sample Details:
* Object Title : 3/1 Zig Zag Twill Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-TWILL 02/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 100% BCI Cotton
* Weave Construction: 3/1 Twill
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 16×12/114×58
* GSM : 290
* Width: 57″-58″
* Dye Type : RFD
* Condition Assessment : Fabric hanger
* Historical Notes : Zig Zag Twill emerged in Europe in the 19th century, inspired by earlier twill and herringbone designs. It became popular in tailored garments, outerwear, and military uniforms for its combination of durability and decorative patterning.
The fabric does not have a recorded single inventor, but its development is attributed to European textile innovation, particularly in countries like the United Kingdom and France, where twill weaving techniques were widely refined.
* Source / Donor : Akij Textile Mills LTD

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The fabric offers potential for studying twill weave techniques, pattern development, and the evolution of structured, durable textiles.

Sample details:
* Object Title : 2×2 Herringbone Twill Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-TWILL 01/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 100% BCI Cotton
* Weave Construction: Twill – Herringbone
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) 20×10/120×60
* GSM : 290
* Width: 57/58″
* Dye Type : Synthetic
* Condition Assessment: Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : Herringbone Twill originated in Europe in the 19th century and was widely used for tailored menswear, coats, and military uniforms.
* Source / Donor : Akij Textile Mills LTD

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Rib Stop Fabric offers potential for studying weave reinforcement techniques, durability, and performance in industrial and functional textiles. It also provides a window into the historical adoption of performance fabrics in workwear, uniforms, and institutional apparel.

Sample details:
* Object Title : Rib Stop Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-Plain 06/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2026
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 100% Cotton
* Weave Construction: Plan Weave
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 20×20/104×56
* GSM : 195
* Width: 57/58″
* Dye Type : Synthetic
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : Rib Stop Fabric emerged in the mid-20th century in industrialized countries like the US and UK to meet the need for durable, tear-resistant workwear and uniforms.
* Source / Donor : Akij Textile Mills LTD

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Banglalin fabric offers research opportunities in sustainable fiber blending, rib-structure optimization for improved comfort and strength, eco-friendly finishing techniques, and performance enhancement for modern formal and uniform applications.

Sample Details:
* Object Title : Banglalin / Bangaline Fabric
* Accession Number: THB W-Plain 01/2026
* Category : Woven Collection
* Period : 2020
* Region : Asia, Bangladesh
* Material Composition : 75% Rayon 21% Nylon 4% Spandex
* Weave Construction: Plan Weave
* Yarn Count (warp × weft) : 40D+20s*16s
* GSM : 205
* Width: 57/58″
* Dye Type : Synthetic
* Condition Assessment : Fabric swatch
* Historical Notes : Banglalin gained prominence in South Asia during the late colonial and early post-colonial periods, particularly in Bangladesh and the Indian subcontinent
* Source / Donor : Hullor

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Calico fabric offers research opportunities in traditional and sustainable printing methods, natural dye absorption, plain-weave performance optimization, and the study of its historical role in global textile trade and cultural exchange.

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