Tricot for the Fashion Industry

Here is our fashion industry lesson of the day.

What is tricot?

1)      A type of warp knitted fabric which has a thin texture since it is made from very fine yarn.  The French verb tricoter, means “to knit.”  The fabric is made on one, two, or three bar frames.  It is knitted flat and made on spring-beard needles and has from one to four warps of thread systems which are mounted in a stationary position.  Industry Standard Machine is 28 needles to the inch or a 28 gauge (gg).

2)      “Stocking-net” as applied to a warp-knitted fabric irrespective of the motif; often refers to a flat knitted cloth since it is not tubular.  The meaning, however, is not to be construed to imply a flat-machine knit fabric.

3)      A French serge lining fabric made on a 20-inch width.

4)      A fine woven worsted made on the tricot weave which presents fine break lines in the filling direction.  This chainbreak effect fabric is dyed all popular shades, has a high, compact texture, and is a good material to use in tailoring.  Gives excellent wear in the better type of tailored garments for women.

So, that is the meaning of tricot fabric.  If you have more information about this fabrication, you are welcome to share your thoughts in the comment area below.  Help us help the fashion industry learn more about textiles.