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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...

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...

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:...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Many people who want to start a clothing brand in India don't own a factory, and they don't need to. Private-label garment manufacturing lets you design and sell under your own brand while a manufacturer handles fabric, cutting and stitching. Here is how the process works from first conversation to finished cartons, and the questions to ask at each step. Private label vs white label With white label , you pick a ready-made garment from the manufacturer's range and add your tag. With private label , the garment is made to your design, fit and fabric choice. Private label takes longer and needs more input from you, but the product is genuinely yours. The process, step by step 1. Tech pack A tech pack is the blueprint of your garment: sketches, measurements for each size, fabric and trims, stitching details, label placement and packing instructions. The clearer it is, the fewer surprises later. A simple version with photos of a reference garment and a size chart is enou...

Walk into almost any fabric godown or garment shop and you will find rolls and pieces that haven't moved in months. Nobody bought them as a mistake; demand shifted, a colour fell out of fashion, or an order was cancelled. But every month that stock sits there, it quietly costs money. This post explains how to spot dead stock early and what to do with it. What counts as dead stock? Dead stock is inventory that is no longer selling at a normal rate. A practical rule: if an item has not sold at all in 90 days, or sells far slower than you replace it, treat it as dead or slow stock and act on it. Why it hurts more than it looks Locked cash: money in unsold stock can't buy fast-moving stock. Space: it takes shelf and godown space that could hold better sellers. Value loss: fabric can yellow, fade, gather dust or go out of trend; its value usually falls each season. Hidden interest: if you buy on credit or use an overdraft, you are paying interest on goods that are not earni...

For most textile and garment businesses in India, WhatsApp is the real order book. Buyers send photos of fabric, ask for rates, negotiate and confirm, all in chat. That is convenient, but it also means enquiries get buried, rates are quoted inconsistently and nobody remembers who promised what. Here are the habits that helped us handle more enquiries without hiring more people. 1. Use the WhatsApp Business app, not personal WhatsApp The free WhatsApp Business app adds a business profile with address and hours, a product catalogue, quick replies, labels and an away message. It costs nothing and immediately looks more professional to buyers. 2. Label every chat by stage Create labels such as New enquiry , Rate sent , Sample sent , Order confirmed , Payment pending and Dispatched . Once a day, open the Rate sent label and follow up. Most lost orders are simply buyers who never got a second message. 3. Save quick replies for repeat questions Buyers ask the same things again and ag...

Two stripe fabrics can look identical in a product photo and behave completely differently after ten washes. The difference is usually how the stripe was made: woven in from coloured yarn, or printed on top. Here is how to tell, and when each is the right choice. How yarn-dyed stripes are made In yarn-dyed fabric, the yarn is dyed first and then woven. The weaver arranges coloured warp yarns in sequence, so the stripe is part of the cloth itself. Classic shirting stripes such as pinstripes, Bengal stripes and candy stripes are almost always yarn-dyed. How printed stripes are made In printed fabric, plain cloth is woven first and the stripe is applied afterwards with rotary, screen or digital printing. Printing is faster, cheaper for short runs, and allows any colour or stripe width without re-setting a loom. Side-by-side comparison Look: yarn-dyed stripes are crisp and show on both sides; printed stripes sit on the face and the back is usually pale. Colour life: yarn-dyed hol...

Polyester crepe is one of the most requested fabrics for kurtis, dresses, tops and dupattas in India, yet many buyers are unsure what makes one crepe better than another. This guide covers what crepe actually is, where it works, where it doesn't, and how to judge quality before you buy. What makes a fabric "crepe"? Crepe is defined by its texture, not its fibre. It has a fine, slightly pebbled or crinkled surface created by highly twisted yarns, special weaves or finishing. Crepe can be made from silk, wool, viscose or polyester. Polyester crepe is the most common in mass-market apparel because it is affordable, holds colour well and resists creasing. Why designers like polyester crepe Drape: it falls softly and moves well, which suits flowing kurtis, palazzos and dresses. Low creasing: garments look neat after travel and long wear. Colour: polyester takes disperse dyes and digital prints with bright, consistent results. Easy care: it dries quickly and usually ne...

Most problems in bulk fabric orders don't come from bad mills. They come from details nobody wrote down: a shade that was "close enough", a width that changed, a delivery date that was only spoken on the phone. After handling many orders from our side of the counter, this is the step-by-step process we recommend to every buyer in India, whether you are a new brand or an established garment unit. Step 1: Write a one-page fabric spec Before you call anyone, write down exactly what you need: Fabric type and construction: for example, "cotton twill denim, 3/1 right-hand" or "100% polyester crepe". GSM (and oz for denim), with an acceptable tolerance such as ±5%. Width: 44", 58" or 60" makes a real difference to your cutting cost. Colours with Pantone or physical references. Quantity per colour and the total. Required delivery date at your unit, not at the mill. Step 2: Ask for swatches, then test them Never place a bulk order from...

Buyers often use "check", "gingham" and "plaid" as if they mean the same thing. They don't, and mixing them up on a purchase order can mean receiving the wrong fabric. Here is how to tell them apart, and where each one works best. Check: the umbrella term Check simply means a pattern of crossing horizontal and vertical lines that form squares or rectangles. Gingham, tartan, windowpane, houndstooth and buffalo check are all types of check. If a supplier only says "check fabric", ask which kind. Gingham: simple, even squares Gingham is a balanced check, usually in white plus one colour. The same colour stripes run in both directions at equal width, so where they overlap you get a darker square, where they cross white you get a mid-tone, and white on white stays white. That gives gingham its clean three-tone look. Typical uses: shirts, school uniforms, kids' wear, summer dresses, tablecloths. Sizes: from tiny checks of a few millime...

"What GSM should my denim be?" is one of the first questions buyers ask us, and the honest answer is: it depends on the garment. Denim weight decides how a garment drapes, how it feels in Indian heat, how long it lasts and how much it costs. This guide explains the numbers so you can order the right fabric the first time. Ounces vs GSM: the two ways denim is measured Internationally, denim weight is usually quoted in ounces per square yard (oz) . In India, most mills and traders quote grams per square metre (GSM) . To convert, multiply ounces by roughly 33.9. So 10 oz denim is about 339 GSM, and 12 oz is about 407 GSM. When you compare quotes from two suppliers, make sure both are using the same unit, and ask whether the weight is measured before or after washing, because washing changes it. The three weight classes Lightweight denim: under about 12 oz (under ~400 GSM) Light denim, often 4 to 10 oz, is soft and breathable. It is the practical choice for shirts, dresses, ...

BizOS Build Log #1 · by Suhail Ahmed · October 2026 This is the first build log for BizOS, the business software we're making at EVOMODA. If you want the background on who we are, read our founder post . This post is only about the product: what shipped, what broke, and what comes next. What is BizOS, in one line? BizOS is a CRM and automation app for Indian small businesses that keeps customers, leads, orders, invoices, stock and WhatsApp conversations in one place, with an AI assistant on top. What shipped this month Its own address. The app now runs at app.evomoda.website instead of a temporary preview link. A public demo. Anyone can now explore BizOS with sample data at app.evomoda.website/demo , no sign-up needed. An approvals inbox. When the automation wants to do something sensitive, like reserving stock for a WhatsApp order, it now waits for the owner's approval first. Safer Google sign-in. We tightened how Google logins are verified, so a login token issu...

By Suhail Ahmed, founder of EVOMODA · Shastri Nagar, Delhi Hi, I'm Suhail Ahmed. I run EVOMODA with my family from Shastri Nagar in Delhi. This is the first post on our blog, so I want to tell you plainly who we are, how we got here, and what you can expect to read here. Who is EVOMODA? EVOMODA is a Delhi-based textile business. We manufacture and supply fabric in bulk, mainly denim, 100% polyester and polyester crepe, gingham checks and yarn-dyed stripes, and we do private-label garment manufacturing for brands. We also sell our own apparel online. Our fabric catalogue and wholesale details live on our main website, evomoda.website . How a fabric business ended up building software Running a textile business teaches you where money quietly disappears. A buyer messages on WhatsApp and the reply goes out two days late. An Instagram enquiry sits unanswered. Rolls of one colour stay in the godown for months while another colour sells out. None of it shows up as a loss on any one ...