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French Terry Fabric Encyclopedia

What Is French Terry Fabric?

French terry is a knitted cotton fabric featuring a smooth outer surface and looped interior construction. Unlike brushed fleece, French terry provides improved breathability, lighter softness, and a more structured drape, making it highly popular in oversized streetwear hoodies and luxury casualwear. Heavyweight French terry fabric is engineered using loopback knitting techniques that create a textured inner surface while maintaining a smooth exterior. This construction improves airflow, moisture balance, and shape retention for premium oversized garments.

Why Streetwear Brands Prefer French Terry

Many premium streetwear brands choose French terry fabric for oversized hoodies because it creates a cleaner silhouette, improved drape, and a more structured luxury feel without excessive bulk. French terry has become a core fabric in luxury streetwear due to its ability to combine heavyweight structure with breathable comfort, making it ideal for oversized silhouettes, garment dye treatments, and vintage wash finishes.

French Terry vs Fleece

Compared to brushed fleece, French terry fabric offers better breathability and a cleaner oversized drape, while fleece provides additional warmth and softness. Both fabrics are widely used in heavyweight streetwear hoodies depending on the desired fit and finish. French terry is often preferred for premium oversized hoodies because it feels less bulky than fleece while maintaining structure and shape retention for modern streetwear silhouettes.

French Terry Fabric Construction

Our heavyweight French terry fabrics are developed using compact cotton yarns and high-density knitting techniques to improve durability, reduce shrinkage, and enhance fabric recovery after washing. French terry fabric works exceptionally well with garment dye and vintage wash treatments due to its textured loopback interior and stable heavyweight construction.

Premium Heavyweight Cotton French Terry for Hoodies & Sweatshirts

Premium Heavyweight Cotton French Terry for Hoodies & Sweatshirts

  • Explore our 500–640gsm heavyweight cotton fleece fabrics. Soft, shrink-resistant, colorfast, and durable—perfect for hoodies, oversized t-shirts, and streetwear sweatshirts. Request a sample today.
  • · High GSM Cotton Fleece Features:
  • · Material: 100% Cotton
  • · Weight: 500–640 g/m²
  • · Width: 120–185 cm
  • · Soft, thick, and durable
  • · Shrinkage:≤3%
  • · Colorfastness:Grade 4
  • · Breathable, anti-wrinkle, ideal for streetwear
  • · Suitable For:Hoodies, Sweatshirts, Oversized T-shirts
  • · Shrink-Resistant:Pre-shrunk cotton ensures garment retains original size after washing.
  • · Soft & Comfortable:Thick, dense looped structure with smooth touch, perfect for premium streetwear.
  • · Colorfast:High-quality dyes and fixation process guarantee vibrant colors.
  • · Anti-Wrinkle & Durable:Tight knit loop structure resists wrinkling and maintains shape after repeated wash.
  • · Breathable:Despite the thickness, cotton fibers allow airflow, comfortable for daily wear.
  • · Processing Tips:Needle Selection: It is recommended to use imported round needles of size 9 or larger for sewing to prevent thread breakage or damage to heavyweight fabrics.
  • · Process compatibility: Supports embossing, special embroidery and various high-quality processes, with excellent color fastness.

Different Weight French Terry Fabric

Heavyweight French terry fabric is widely used in premium streetwear hoodies due to its structured drape, breathable loopback construction, and oversized silhouette support. Ideal for 420gsm–600gsm hoodies, French terry delivers a cleaner luxury feel compared to standard fleece fabrics.

7021# 640gsm french terry 100% cotton, 500gsm 2x2 rib 100% cotton
7021# 640gsm french terry 100% cotton, 500gsm 2x2 rib 100% cotton
9168# 580gsm french terry 100% cotton, 460gsm 2x2 rib 97% cotton 3% spandex
9168# 580gsm french terry 100% cotton, 460gsm 2x2 rib 97% cotton 3% spandex
9163# 500gsm french terry 100% cotton, 420gsm 1x1 rib 100% cotton
9163# 500gsm french terry 100% cotton, 420gsm 1x1 rib 100% cotton
7039# 480gsm french terry 100% cotton, 460gsm 2x2 rib 95% cotton 5% spandex
7039# 480gsm french terry 100% cotton, 460gsm 2x2 rib 95% cotton 5% spandex
7009# 460gsm french terry 100% cotton, 420gsm 1x1 rib 100% cotton
7009# 460gsm french terry 100% cotton, 420gsm 1x1 rib 100% cotton
7036# 450gsm french terry 100% cotton, 480gsm 2x2 rib 95% cotton 5% spandex
7036# 450gsm french terry 100% cotton, 480gsm 2x2 rib 95% cotton 5% spandex
Premium High-Weight Brushed Knit Fabric

Premium High-Weight Brushed Knit Fabric

  • Upgrade your hoodies, sweatshirts, and casual wear with our high-weight brushed knit fabric. Featuring a smooth outer surface and soft, plush inner lining, this fabric offers exceptional warmth, comfort, and durability.
  • · Key Features:
  • · Weight & Feel: Medium-to-high weight, soft brushed interior for cozy comfort.
  • · Shrinkage: Minimal, ~2–3% vertical, ~3–5% horizontal. Pre-wash recommended.
  • · Colorfastness: Excellent washing and rubbing performance, ensuring long-lasting color.
  • · Applications: Ideal for hoodies, sweatshirts, pullovers, casual jackets, loungewear, and children’s wear.
  • · Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry low or air dry flat to maintain softness.
  • · Perfect for premium streetwear, casual wear, and high-quality hoodie production, this fabric combines style, comfort, and reliability in every garment.

Different Weight Fleece fabric

Brushed fleece fabric is a core material in heavyweight streetwear hoodies, joggers, known for its soft interior texture, insulating properties, and enhanced warmth retention. Its dense knitted structure makes it ideal for oversized silhouettes and premium winter streetwear collections.

A1695# 495gsm fleece 85% cotton 15% polyester, J20S 2x2 rib
A1695# 495gsm fleece 85% cotton 15% polyester, J20S 2x2 rib
38685# 300gsm fleece cotton poly blend, 380gsm 2x2 rib cotton / poly
38685# 300gsm fleece cotton poly blend, 380gsm 2x2 rib cotton / poly
3367# 320gsm fleece cotton poly blend, T/C 2X2 rib
3367# 320gsm fleece cotton poly blend, T/C 2X2 rib
0745# 330-340gsm fleece 74.1% cotton 25.9% poly, 380-400gsm 2x2 rib
0745# 330-340gsm fleece 74.1% cotton 25.9% poly, 380-400gsm 2x2 rib
0332# 350-370gsm fleece 71.27% cotton 28.73% poly, 380-400gsm 2x2 rib
0332# 350-370gsm fleece 71.27% cotton 28.73% poly, 380-400gsm 2x2 rib
3506# 300gsm combed cotton fleece, 340-350gsm 2x2 rib
3506# 300gsm combed cotton fleece, 340-350gsm 2x2 rib

Different Wight Oversized Tshirts Fabrics

7111# 250gsm 92.4% cotton 7.6% nylon, 350gsm 1x1 rib 100% cotton
7111# 250gsm 92.4% cotton 7.6% nylon, 350gsm 1x1 rib 100% cotton
9112# 380gsm combed cotton, 420gsm 1x1 rib 100% cotton
9112# 380gsm combed cotton, 420gsm 1x1 rib 100% cotton
3020# 300gsm 100% combed cotton, 380g 1x1 rib 100% cotton
3020# 300gsm 100% combed cotton, 380g 1x1 rib 100% cotton
100% combed cotton, 310gsm 1x1 rib 97.5% cotton 2.5% spandex
100% combed cotton, 310gsm 1x1 rib 97.5% cotton 2.5% spandex
320gsm 84% cotton 16% poly, 400gsm 1x1 rib 93% cotton 7% spandex
320gsm 84% cotton 16% poly, 400gsm 1x1 rib 93% cotton 7% spandex

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