Application focus
Outdoor Fabrics for Shells, Linings & Layered Apparel
Outdoor garments often balance low weight, weather protection, comfort and durability. The right fabric direction depends on the layer, construction and intended use.
Fabric capabilities to review
Start with the construction
Performance woven fabrics
Review lightweight woven, ripstop, shell and lining directions.
Explore capabilityWaterproof & breathable laminations
Discuss layered constructions around protection, breathability and bonding priorities.
Explore capabilityMesh & lining fabrics
Consider inner layers and airflow where the garment construction requires them.
Explore capabilityBrief priorities
Questions to clarify
- Layer and garment position
- Weight, handle and packability
- Water and wind protection priorities
- Breathability and comfort
- Finish and testing requirements agreed for the project
Next step
Share your requirement
Send an application, target specification, reference fabric or image. The team can review the brief and identify the next sample questions.
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Tell us the application, construction or performance requirement you need to solve.