Sandwashed
A washing process in which
the fabric is washed with
very fine lava rocks or
rubber/silicon balls
resulting in a softer fabric
with a relaxed look and
reduced shrinkage.
Sculpted
Hem
A hem that is softly rounded
for fashion detail.
Self-Fabric Collar
A collar
that is constructed from the
same material as the body of
the garment.
Self-Fabric Sweatband
Refers to Headwear & Caps where the
sweatband is constructed
with the same fabric as the
crown.
Serge
Stitch
An overcasting technique
done on the cut edge of the
fabric to prevent
unraveling.
Side
Vents
Slits found
at the bottom of side seams.
They are fashion details
that allow for comfort and
ease of movement.
Silk
The only natural fiber that
comes in filament form. Spun
from silkworm cacoons.
Singles
A term used to indicate the
diameter of a yarn; the
smaller the number, the
thicker the yarn.
Slash
Pockets
A pocket that has to be
entered through a slash on
the outside of the garment.
The pocket pouch is
suspended from and attached
to the slash.
Sphere
Dry (NIKE GOLF)
This patented fabric has a
raised "bumpy" surface that
lines the inside of the
shirt. These bumps not only
create an appealing
athletic-inspired texture,
they also work together like
a funnel to draw
perspiration from the inside
out. The fabric's
three-dimensional
construction creates air
space around you to reduce
cling.
Stonewashed
A washing process in which
the fabric or garment is
heavily washed with lava
rocks or rubber/silicon
balls. The result is a
softer fabric with a
distressed or weathered look
and reduced shrinkage.
Storm
Flap
A strip of fabric sewn under
or over the front zip or
snap closure of an outerwear
garment to protect against
wind and moisture.
Structured
A cap style with a lined
front consisting of buckram,
a stiff fabric, that
controls the slope of the
cap.
Sueded
Cotton
A fabric that goes through a
brushing process to raise
the nap and give the garment
a soft hand.
Sueded
Nylon
See Sueded Cotton. |