Chambray got its name because it originated in Cambrai, France. It is said that it was originally a kind of fine woven fabric made of flax and silk blended yarns, and then with the popularity of cotton, it was mainly made of cotton.
As one of yarn dyed fabrics, chambray is interwoven by monochrome warp and colorless weft. Chambray is mostly applied in making shirts. It has soft handle but also slightly stiff.
Advantages and disadvantages of Chambray
Chambray is plain weave fabric. The texture is simple and plain, and it can reflect different colors as the light intensity changes. The fabric has a two-color effect. It is light and thin. And it has smooth, dry and soft handle.
But chambray has some shortages. Its wearability is not so good. It will be easily damaged by prolonged sun exposure or friction. And there may cause shrinkage after washing.
Application of Chambray
The overall style of chambray is close to denim. Blue and dark blue chambrays are most common. But chambray is lighter, thinner and more breathable than denim. Chambray clothing is not heavy. So it is popular among cowboys in the West American. With the upgrade of making process, chambray becomes more and more used in the shirts and casual clothes.
At present, there are more and more styles of chambray in the market. And the color extends from a single blue to green and earthy yellow, etc. For it contains cotton, chambray fabric has soft, smooth and dry handle.
Chambray is widely applied in garment, handmade products, gift packaging, advertising and outdoor products, etc. For it is light, thin and soft, it is used to make various kinds of lightweight fitness wear and breathable outdoor sports wear. Also it can be made into various kinds of souvenirs, fabric key chains, placemats and chair covers, etc. In addition, most advertising banners and slogans are also commonly made of chambrays.
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Post time: Mar-24-2025