History
Shamoz (Charmeuse) fabric made of silk.
There is a legend about the Chinese emperor’s wife who discovered silk around 2700 BC.
The fabric is known as Fabric of Emperors and is famous for its luxurious look.
Reversible Sequin (Sequence) is made of small ornamental discs.
In 1922 archaeologists discovered King Tutankhamun's (Tut) tomb in Egypt. They found his garments covered in gold sequin-like disks.
Sewing these discs, consequently, made of gold or precious metals onto clothing signified higher social status.
Jersey Single Knit made of Polyester.
French designer Gabrielle Bonheur "Coco" Chanel introduced knit fabric to the women’s fashion industry in 1916.
It is a great fabric choice due to its multi-functional textile qualities.
Surface
Shamoz has a soft and medium weight.
The fabric has a shiny front side, a dull backside, feels luxurious to the touch, looks expensive accordingly.
Reversible Sequin is an ultra-modern, stylish, and glossy fabric that has two colors in one fabric.
Brushing hands in different directions dynamically change its color.
Jersey Knit has a soft, smooth, and knitted texture.
Less shiny and heavier than viscose or silk jersey, these fabrics have a much smoother drape than Jersey Knit.
Hold
Shamoz fabric is not slippery has some natural elastically.
Reversible Sequin stitched flat to the backing fabric and is less likely to fall off.
Polyester Jersey is a very absorbent and naturally breathable fabric. It blends well with other clothing fabrics.
Crease
Shamoz is fairly crease-resistance.
Reversible Sequin is completely crease-free.
Jersey Knit has creases after a wash, can easily be ironed out.
Transparency
Shamoz is a breathable fabric that reflects light giving it a shiny appearance.
Reversible Sequin has a natural reflective ability. The fabric dangles and moves easily to catch more light.
Jersey Knit has moisture moisture-wicking abilities, the fabric doesn’t hold water.
Drape
Shamoz has a beautiful drape, known for its lustrous sheen, nevertheless, easy to carry.
5mm Reversible Sequin gives the fabric more flow and drape than glued or fish-scale sequin fabric.
Jersey Knit is well structured with a nice drape due to its fiber composition.
Stretch
Shamoz has a low stretch-ability, extremely gentle on the skin. The fabric retains its shape well and is relatively flat.
Reversible sequin is not stretchable. Easy to make different shapes and patterns.
Jersey Knit is a stretchable fabric providing comfort for the wearer. Perfect for clothing that requires movement.
Production
The satin weave technique with crepe twist yarns is used to produce Shamoz and weave fabric threads.
Ornamental sequin discs are covered with metallic foil sewn on the cloth.
The knitted composition brings the fibers closer together, making Jersey Knit a non-transparent fabric.
The production is biodegradable, involves sustainable practices, consequently, is environmentally friendly.