Fabric Grades & Pantone Color Matching Guide

Understanding GSM weights, fabric breathability, and our St. Malo spectrophotometer lab dip color formulation.

Fabric Architecture

Fabric Composition Matrix

Compare yarn structures, breathability, shrinkage ratings, and ideal corporate use cases.

Fabric Type	Composition	Standard GSM	Touch & Feel	Best Suited For	Branding Compatibility
100% Combed Cotton Piqué	100% Long- Staple Cotton	200 - 240 GSM	Textured honeycomb weave, ultra-soft, breathable	Executive corporate polos, hotel & resort staff	Tajima Embroidery, DTF
Single Jersey Combed Cotton	100% Combed Ring-Spun	160 - 200 GSM	Smooth flat surface, lightweight to heavyweight	Promotional events, giveaways, retail crew tees	DTF Printing, Screen Print
Polyester Dri-Fit Birdseye	100% Micro Polyester	140 - 160 GSM	Silky, moisture-wicking micro-perforated mesh	Sports tournaments, outdoor logistics, activewear	Dye Sublimation, Embroidery
Poly-Cotton Easy Care	65% Poly / 35% Cotton	180 - 210 GSM	Wrinkle-resistant, minimal shrinkage, high durability	Daily industrial workwear, high-turnover uniforms	Embroidery, DTF
Heavyweight Cotton Drill & Twill	100% Cotton Drill	240 - 280 GSM	Sturdy, abrasion-resistant woven diagonal twill	Boiler suits, overalls, heavy utility work trousers	Embroidery, Woven Patches
Poly-Viscose Gabardine	65% Poly / 35% Viscose	220 - 250 GSM	Structured luxury corporate drape, crease-resistant	Formal trousers, executive skirts, blazers	Custom Engraved Trims

Production Thresholds

B2B Minimum Order Quantities (MOQ)

Transparent batch requirements engineered for flexible corporate procurement and uniform programs in Mauritius.

Lightweight & Aerated

Optimized for fast-drying performance sports jerseys, promotional giveaway t-shirts, and outdoor event merchandise under warm summer conditions.

Standard Corporate Grade

The industry standard for durable daily corporate t-shirts, standard staff polos, and hospitality frontline uniforms balancing softness and durability.

Luxury Heavyweight Piqué

Our signature executive polo grade. Zero transparency, substantial tactile drape, reinforced collar shape retention, and maximum longevity across 100+ washes.

Laboratory Precision

St. Malo Group Dyeing & Pantone TCX Matching

We do not settle for approximate color matches. Through our partnership with St. Malo dyeing facilities, every corporate color is formulated in certified laboratory conditions using spectrophotometer colorimeters.

Physical Lab Dip Swatch Card: Clients receive physical fabric dip cards (e.g. Pantone 7704C / Tanager Blue TCX) for signoff before bulk knitting.

Batch Consistency: 100% color repeatability across re-orders months or years down the line.

ISO Certified Fastness: Grade 4-5 colorfastness against washing, perspiration, and sunlight.

• Existing Catalogue Colours: Minimum order of 30 pcs per colour (mixed sizes allowed).
• Custom Pantone Mill-Dyeing: Minimum order of 150 pcs (any mix of sizes) for bespoke spectrophotometer lab dip formulation.