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Polyester vs Cotton Fabric for Bulk Garment Orders: Which Should You Choose?

Quick answer: For bulk garment orders, polyester is cheaper, more durable, wrinkle-resistant and colour-fast, so it suits uniforms, sportswear, linings and fast-fashion. Cotton is more breathable and comfortable in heat, so it suits shirts, kurtis and summer wear, but it costs more and shrinks. Many manufacturers choose a poly-cotton blend to get the best of both. Polyester vs cotton: side-by-side for bulk buyers Factor Polyester Cotton Price per metre (bulk) Lower (about Rs 60-150) Higher (about Rs 110-220) Durability Very high; resists tearing and pilling (good grades) Good; weakens with frequent washing Shrinkage Under 1-2% 3-5% unless pre-shrunk Colour fastness Excellent; prints and dyes stay bright Good with reactive dyes; can fade Breathability Lower; can feel warm High; best for Indian summers Wrinkles Wrinkle-resistant Wrinkles easily Lead time Large running stock, faster Depends on yarn and processing When to choose polyester School and corporate uniforms Sportswear and...
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How Much Does Wholesale Fabric Cost per Metre in India? (2026 Price Guide)

Quick answer: In 2026, wholesale fabric in India typically costs ₹60–₹150 per metre for polyester and crepe , ₹80–₹200 for cotton and poly-cotton shirting , ₹140–₹320 for denim and ₹120–₹260 for rayon and viscose . The final price depends on fibre, GSM, width, dyeing method and order quantity. These are indicative ranges from Delhi wholesale markets; always confirm with a written quote. Indicative wholesale prices per metre (2026) Fabric Common GSM / weight Price per metre Polyester / poly crepe 90–150 GSM ₹60–₹150 Poly-cotton shirting 110–140 GSM ₹80–₹160 100% cotton shirting 100–140 GSM ₹110–₹220 Rayon / viscose 110–160 GSM ₹120–₹260 Gingham / yarn-dyed checks 110–150 GSM ₹90–₹200 Denim 8–14 oz ₹140–₹320 PV suiting (uniform) 220–280 GSM ₹150–₹300 What makes fabric more or less expensive? Fibre: polyester is cheapest; cotton, linen and blends with viscose cost more. GSM: heavier fabric uses more yarn, so price rises with weight. Width: 58–60 inch fabric costs more pe...
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Best Fabrics for School Uniforms: Durability, Cost and Care

Quick answer: The best school uniform fabric in India is a poly-cotton blend (65% polyester / 35% cotton) for shirts and polyester-viscose (PV) suiting for trousers, skirts and pinafores. These blends resist wrinkles and fading, survive daily washing, and stay affordable. Choose 100% cotton only where comfort in heat matters more than durability. Which fabric is best for each uniform item? Item Recommended fabric GSM Shirts / blouses 65/35 poly-cotton, or 100% cotton for summer 110–140 Trousers / skirts PV suiting (polyester-viscose), 2/2 twill 220–280 Pinafores / tunics PV or polyester check / gingham 180–230 Sports T-shirts Polyester dry-fit knit 140–170 Blazers Poly-wool or heavy PV 300+ Polyester vs cotton for school uniforms Durability: polyester blends last 2–3 times longer and keep colour after 100+ washes. Comfort: cotton breathes better in Indian summers; blends are a balance. Care: polyester dries fast and needs little ironing — a big plus for parents. Cost:...
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How to Buy Fabric Wholesale in Delhi: Gandhi Nagar & Shastri Nagar Guide

Quick answer: Delhi's main wholesale fabric markets are Gandhi Nagar (denim, ready-made and suiting), Shastri Nagar and Chandni Chowk's Katra lanes (shirting, polyester, dress material) and Tank Road, Karol Bagh (jeans fabric and trims). Go on a weekday morning, carry swatches, ask for the price per metre at your exact quantity, and always get GSM, width and fibre written on the bill. Which Delhi market sells which fabric? Market Best for Typical buyers Gandhi Nagar Denim, cotton, suiting, readymade garments Jeans makers, retailers Shastri Nagar Polyester, crepe, stripes, checks, dress material Garment units, boutiques Chandni Chowk (Katra Neel, Nai Sarak) Silk, georgette, ethnic and bridal fabric Designers, ethnic-wear brands Tank Road, Karol Bagh Jeans fabric, pocketing, trims Small factories Step-by-step: buying wholesale fabric in Delhi Decide specs first: fibre, GSM, width (44", 58" or 60"), colour and finish. Know your quantity. Most wholesa...
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What Is GSM in Fabric? A Simple Guide for Garment Manufacturers

Quick answer: GSM means grams per square metre . It is the weight of one square metre of fabric. A higher GSM means a heavier, thicker fabric; a lower GSM means a lighter, more breathable one. Most shirting is 100–150 GSM, T-shirts 160–220 GSM, and denim or canvas 250–450 GSM. What does GSM mean in fabric? GSM is the standard way Indian mills, wholesalers and garment factories describe fabric weight. To measure it, a circle of exactly 100 cm² is cut with a GSM cutter and weighed; the weight in grams is multiplied by 100. If the sample weighs 1.8 g, the fabric is 180 GSM. GSM chart: which weight for which garment? GSM range Feel Typical use 60–100 Very light, sheer Linings, dupattas, chiffon, georgette 100–150 Light Shirts, kurtis, summer dresses, crepe tops 150–220 Medium T-shirts, uniforms, trousers, polo shirts 220–300 Medium-heavy Sweatshirts, chinos, workwear 300–450+ Heavy Denim, canvas, jackets, upholstery Is higher GSM better quality? Not always. GSM tells you weig...
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My Journey: From a Family Fabric Business to Building BizOS

By Suhail Ahmed · Shastri Nagar, Delhi People often ask me how a fabric business from Shastri Nagar ended up building software. The honest answer is that one led to the other. This is my journey so far, the parts that went well and the parts I am still figuring out. Where it started: a family business I didn't start alone. EVOMODA is a family business, and I work alongside Dilshad Ahmed and Shameem Ahmed. Growing up around fabric meant learning early that this trade runs on trust, quick replies and getting the details right: the GSM, the shade, the width, the delivery date. A small mistake in any of them can cost a whole order. Building EVOMODA Over the last few years we built EVOMODA into what it is today. We manufacture and supply fabric in bulk, mainly denim, polyester and polyester crepe, gingham checks and yarn-dyed stripes, and we make garments for brands under their own labels. Every order is checked for GSM, shrinkage and colour before it leaves us, because a buyer sho...
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Cotton vs Rayon vs Polyester: Which Fabric Is Best for Indian Summer?

Every year before summer, buyers ask us the same thing: which fabric will sell best when it's 40°C outside? The three names that come up most are cotton, rayon (viscose) and polyester. Each has a place, and choosing the wrong one for a garment is a common reason summer stock doesn't move. Here is a plain comparison. Cotton: the breathable classic Cotton is a natural fibre that absorbs sweat and lets air pass through, which is why it feels cool on the skin. Best for: shirts, kurtas, t-shirts, kids' wear, nightwear. Strengths: breathable, soft, skin-friendly, easy to dye. Weaknesses: creases easily, can shrink if not pre-shrunk, dries slower than synthetics. Rayon (viscose): soft drape and cool feel Rayon is made from regenerated wood cellulose. It feels silky, drapes beautifully and is very comfortable in heat, which makes it hugely popular for women's kurtis and dresses in India. Best for: kurtis, dresses, palazzos, printed tops. Strengths: cool and soft, ric...
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