A complete guide to choosing custom fabrics for jackets

A complete guide to choosing custom fabrics for jackets: creating exclusive quality and style
With the continuous evolution of fashion trends, jackets have become one of the indispensable items in people's daily wear. For companies engaged in the production and sales of jackets, it is crucial to understand the characteristics and applicable scenarios of various jacket fabrics, especially for independent jacket stations for international wholesale buyers, which provide a rich variety of fabric choices and professional customization services, and can better meet customer needs and enhance market competitiveness. The following is a detailed guide to custom fabrics for jackets.

Common jacket fabrics and their characteristics
Polyester fabrics
Polyester is a common synthetic fiber fabric with many excellent properties. It has high strength, good elasticity, is not easy to deform, is wear-resistant and chemical-resistant, and has low moisture absorption, is not easy to wrinkle, and is easy to wash and dry. At the same time, polyester fabrics are brightly colored, not easy to fade, and are relatively affordable, making them suitable for mass production. There are many types of polyester fabrics, such as cotton polyester, wool polyester, linen polyester, and silk polyester. Different polyester fabrics vary in texture and gloss, and can be applied to various jacket styles. In addition, polyester can also be blended with other fibers, such as polyester-cotton blends, which have both the wrinkle resistance of polyester and the comfort of cotton, and are a common choice for making casual jackets.
Nylon fabrics
Nylon, also known as nylon, is a fabric with high strength and good wear resistance. It has good elasticity, is not easy to deform, has strong tear resistance, is light in weight, and is comfortable to wear. Nylon fabrics have better moisture absorption and are more comfortable than polyester, but their light resistance is poor and they are prone to aging and discoloration due to long-term sun exposure. Common nylon fabrics include bright nylon and matte nylon, the former has a high gloss and the latter has a soft gloss. Nylon fabrics are suitable for making sports jackets, Outdoor Jackets and other jacket styles that require high wear resistance and lightness. In addition, nylon-spandex blended fabrics combine the strength and wear resistance of nylon with the comfort and softness of spandex, and are suitable for making jackets that are both comfortable and durable.
Cotton fabrics
Cotton fabrics are a natural fiber fabric with good breathability and moisture absorption, comfortable to wear, non-irritating to the skin, and suitable for wearing close to the skin. Pure cotton fabric is soft and feels good, but its strength is low, it is easy to shrink and wrinkle, and it is not resistant to acid and alkali. Cotton fabrics can be divided into raw cotton, cotton-type fabrics and printed cotton cloth, among which combed cotton has higher strength and glossiness, and is the preferred choice for making high-Quality Jackets. Cotton fabrics are suitable for making casual jackets, work jackets, etc., especially for occasions with high requirements for comfort. For some workers who work in a hot and stuffy environment, sparks, large dust or need to work at height, it is recommended to choose work fabrics with higher cotton quality to customize work clothes, factory clothes, etc.
Wool fabric
Wool is a high-grade natural fiber fabric with excellent warmth retention and good elasticity. The scale layer on the surface of wool fiber gives it a unique shrinkage property, which can increase the warmth retention and texture of clothing. Wool fabrics are soft to the touch, thick in texture, and comfortable to wear, but they are low in strength, easy to be moth-eaten, and relatively expensive. Common wool fabrics include pure wool, wool blends and modified wool, among which worsted wool fabric is suitable for making business formal jackets, while woolen wool fabric is more suitable for making casual jackets. Wool jackets are suitable for wearing in the cold autumn and winter seasons, and can provide the wearer with a warm and comfortable experience.

Special functional fabrics
Waterproof and breathable fabrics
Waterproof and breathable fabrics are ideal for outdoor sports jackets or jackets worn in rainy seasons. This kind of fabric has undergone special waterproof treatment, such as PVC impregnation or polyurethane coating, which can prevent rain from penetrating while allowing sweat on the skin to be discharged, keeping the wearer dry and comfortable. For example, some high-quality outdoor jackets use Gore-Tex fabric, which has excellent waterproof and breathable properties and can effectively cope with various adverse weather conditions. In addition, some fabrics are designed with special fabric structure, such as double-layer or multi-layer composite structure, to improve the waterproof and breathable effect of the fabric.
Windproof fabrics
Windproof fabrics are mainly used to make jackets for cold and windy weather, such as winter jackets and mountaineering jackets. Nylon fabrics are often used to make windproof jackets because of their toughness, wear resistance and good windproof performance. In addition, some specially treated polyester fabrics also have good windproof effects while maintaining a certain degree of breathability and comfort. Windproof fabrics can effectively block the invasion of cold winds and provide warm protection for the wearer.
Moisture wicking fabrics
During sports or outdoor activities, wearing jackets made of moisture wicking fabrics can make people more comfortable. This fabric can quickly absorb sweat from the surface of the skin and conduct it to the outer layer of the fabric, and then quickly evaporate it, thereby keeping the skin dry and avoiding discomfort caused by sweat accumulation. Synthetic fiber fabrics such as polyester and nylon can effectively improve their moisture wicking performance after special moisture wicking finishing, and are commonly used fabrics for making sports jackets and functional jackets.

Fabric selection for different styles of jackets
Business jackets
Business jackets usually require fabrics to be crisp, textured and good in appearance to show the professional image and temperament of the wearer. High-count combed cotton fabrics, high-count worsted wool fabrics, and wool-polyester blended fabrics are all common choices for business jackets. These fabrics are fine and smooth, soft and elastic, and can well maintain the shape and stiffness of the jacket. In addition, some specially finished polyester imitation wool fabrics, such as polyester wool-type fabrics, have also become one of the common fabrics for mid-range business jackets because of their appearance and performance close to wool fabrics and relatively low prices.
Casual jackets
The fabric selection for casual jackets is more diverse, focusing on comfort and fashion. Cotton fabrics, polyester fabrics, nylon fabrics, and various blended fabrics can be used to make casual jackets. For example, cotton-polyester blended fabrics have both the comfort of cotton and the wrinkle resistance and shape retention of polyester. They are moderately priced and are commonly used fabrics for mass casual jackets. In addition, corduroy, denim, and other fabrics with unique textures and styles are also popular choices for casual jackets, which can bring different visual effects and wearing experiences to jackets. For consumers who pursue fashion and individuality, some fabrics with special textures, patterns or special treatments, such as jacquard fabrics, burnt fabrics, coated fabrics, etc., can make casual jackets more fashionable and design-oriented.
Outdoor Jackets
Outdoor jackets need to have good protective performance and functionality to cope with various complex climate and environmental conditions. Therefore, special functional fabrics such as windproof, waterproof, breathable, and wear-resistant have become the main choice for outdoor jackets. In addition to the waterproof and breathable fabrics and windproof fabrics mentioned above, some high-strength and wear-resistant nylon fabrics and polyester fabrics are also commonly used fabrics for outdoor jackets. For example, nylon Taslan fabric has the characteristics of high strength, wear resistance, and tear resistance, and does not absorb sweat and grease, is easy to clean and maintain, and is suitable for making various outdoor jackets. In addition, some outdoor jackets will also use moisture-wicking fabrics or polar fleece fabrics with warmth-keeping functions to enhance the comfort and warmth of the wearer.
Fashion Jackets
Fashion jackets focus on trendy and personalized expressions, and their fabric selection often keeps up with fashion trends and pursues unique and novel visual effects. Some fabrics with special luster, texture, pattern or texture have become the favorites of fashion jackets. For example, satin luster fabrics, metallic luster fabrics, three-dimensional texture fabrics, imitation linen fabrics, etc. can add fashion and artistic sense to jackets. In addition, some new functional fabrics, such as color-changing fabrics, luminous fabrics, intelligent temperature-regulating fabrics, etc., are gradually applied to the design of fashion jackets, bringing consumers a new wearing experience. At the same time, designers will also mix and innovate fabrics of different materials, colors and patterns according to different seasons and popular trends to create fashionable jackets with unique style and charm.
Fabric Care and Maintenance
Polyester fabric: Although polyester fabric is wear-resistant and chemical-resistant, it is also necessary to avoid long-term contact with high temperature and sharp objects to avoid damaging the fabric. It can be machine washed or hand washed when washing, and the water temperature should not exceed 40℃. It can be dried directly after washing, and ironed at low temperature if necessary.
Nylon fabric: Nylon fabric has poor light resistance, so it should be avoided from long-term exposure to sunlight during wearing and storage. Neutral detergent can be used for washing, the water temperature should not be too high, gently rub and rinse, and dry in a cool and ventilated place. When storing, it is best to hang it on a hanger and avoid folding to avoid creases.
Cotton fabric: Cotton fabric is easy to shrink and wrinkle, so it is best to use cold water hand wash or machine wash when washing, and avoid using hot water. Do not wring it hard after washing, and let it dry naturally. The temperature should not be too high when ironing to avoid damaging the fiber. In addition, cotton fabrics are prone to insects, so an appropriate amount of mothballs and other insect repellents can be added when storing.
Wool fabric: Wool fabrics need to be especially carefully maintained. Try to avoid contact with water and stains. If you accidentally get stains, wipe it with a clean damp cloth immediately and send it to a professional dry cleaner for cleaning as soon as possible. Pay attention to insect prevention when wearing it at ordinary times, and use insect repellent. It is best to hang it on a hanger, put on a dust cover, and place it in a cool and ventilated place when storing.

In short, when choosing fabrics for custom jackets, you need to consider factors such as the purpose of the jacket, wearing occasions, seasons, the needs of the target customer group and the budget, so as to choose the most suitable fabric and create a jacket product that is both beautiful and practical, meet the needs of international wholesale buyers and their customers, and enhance the competitiveness and market share of the independent jacket station.