CUSTOM FABRIC × COLOUR DEVELOPMENT

Build the Feel, Performance and Colour Your Brand Needs.

Explore yoga wear fabric directions, performance priorities and colour development with a manufacturing partner. We help turn your product brief into options that can be reviewed, sampled and approved before bulk production.

Private-label developmentPhysical approval workflowBuyer-ready documentation
Sage green performance fabric flowing in soft folds
From Direction to Approved FabricHand feel, function, colour and commercial fit are reviewed together.
Close view of lavender activewear fabric texture and drape
01 / HAND FEELWhat should it feel like?Buttery soft, cool, smooth, brushed or structured.
02 / PERFORMANCEHow should it perform?Stretch, recovery, breathability, support and opacity.
03 / COLOURHow should it look?Reference shade, surface appearance and colour consistency.
04 / COMMERCIAL FITDoes it fit the project?Product use, target price, order basis and delivery plan.

FABRIC DIRECTION

Start With the Product Experience.

Instead of choosing by composition alone, define the intended use, hand feel, support and price position. We can then shortlist suitable fabric routes for sampling.

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Buttery-Soft Studio

Comfort-led directions for yoga leggings, bras and fitted tops where softness, smooth recovery and second-skin feel matter.

Soft hand feelFour-way stretchSmooth recovery
02

Supportive Training

More supportive directions for gym sets and compression styles, balancing hold, recovery, coverage and durability.

SupportRecoveryOpacity review
03

Lightweight & Breathable

Lighter options for warm-weather training, tennis and padel pieces where airflow, mobility and fast drying are priorities.

BreathabilityQuick dryLightweight
04

Structured Lifestyle

Selected knit or woven directions for jackets, hoodies and layers where drape, body, surface finish and seasonality lead.

StructureDrapeSurface finish

PERFORMANCE PRIORITIES

Review What Matters for the End Use.

Final claims should be based on the approved fabric, agreed construction and relevant test method. The brief below helps define which points require physical review or testing.

↔Stretch & RecoveryMovement range, return and shape retention.
◌BreathabilityAirflow direction for climate and activity.
◇Moisture ManagementDry feel and moisture transport priorities.
●Opacity & SupportCoverage and hold reviewed on the garment.
✓Pilling ResistanceSurface durability based on intended wear.
≈Soft Hand FeelTouch, finish and skin-contact comfort.
Real MIQI fabric swatch book for activewear colour selectionCOLOUR REFERENCE

COLOUR DEVELOPMENT

Move From Reference Shade to Bulk Approval.

Share a Pantone reference, colour chip, sample garment or mood board. The suitable route depends on the selected fabric, order basis and whether stock colour or custom dyeing is used.

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Share the ReferencePantone code, physical swatch or an agreed visual reference.
02
Confirm the Fabric BaseComposition, construction and finish can affect colour appearance.
03
Review a Lab Dip or SwatchCompare the physical sample under agreed lighting conditions.
04
Approve the Bulk StandardRecord the approved reference and tolerance before production.

REAL MATERIAL REFERENCES

Connect the Visual Direction to Physical Review.

Real fabric storage, colour tools and material references give buyers a clearer basis for comparing construction, shade and hand feel before garment sampling.

MIQI fabric warehouse with activewear fabric rolls arranged for material selection
01 / MATERIAL LIBRARYAvailable Fabric ReferencesStored fabric rolls support comparison by colour direction, construction and project suitability.
Physical Pantone colour guides reviewed at the MIQI product development office
02 / COLOUR REVIEWPhysical Shade ReferencesPantone guides and fabric swatches make colour decisions more reliable than screens alone.
Close view of stretch activewear fabric selected for a custom product
03 / FABRIC IN HANDSurface, Stretch & DrapeThe actual material and garment sample remain the basis for hand feel, coverage and recovery review.

Images show real working references and material directions. Final availability, colour and performance are confirmed for each project.

APPROVAL WORKFLOW

A Clear Route From Brief to Bulk.

Each checkpoint reduces avoidable surprises. The exact steps depend on whether the project uses an available fabric, a stock colour or a custom-developed option.

Physical swatches and samples should be treated as the approval basis. Screen colours can vary by display, lighting and file settings.
01

Product & Fabric Brief

Share garment type, target use, hand feel, performance priorities, colour direction, target price and estimated quantity.

02

Option Shortlist

Review available directions by composition, weight, construction, finish, colour route and commercial suitability.

03

Swatch or Lab Dip

Check physical hand feel and colour. Define any required testing before the garment sample is approved.

04

Garment Sample Review

Assess fit, stretch, recovery, opacity, support, seams and appearance on the actual style.

05

Bulk Standard Confirmation

Record the approved fabric, colour, trims and tolerances, then coordinate bulk quality checkpoints.

RESPONSIBLE MATERIAL ROUTES

Review the Material, Performance and Claim Together.

Organic, recycled and regenerated-cellulose directions can be explored when they suit the product. Availability, composition, MOQ, certification scope and claim wording must be confirmed for the selected supply route.

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Organic Cotton

A natural-fibre direction for selected lifestyle, studio and layering products, subject to construction and supplier availability.

02

Recycled Polyester

A recycled-content route that can be assessed for performance, stretch, colour and documentation requirements.

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Lyocell / Tencel™

A regenerated-cellulose direction for soft hand feel and drape where it fits the garment’s intended use.

04

Document & Claim Review

Check the named supplier, certificate scope, validity and transaction requirements before publishing a sustainability claim.

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BUYER CHECKLIST

What to Confirm Before Fabric Approval.

A practical checklist for European and North American activewear sourcing teams.

SPECIFICATION

Composition & Weight

Confirm fibre content, nominal GSM, construction and finishing route against the approved sample.

WEAR TEST

Fit, Recovery & Opacity

Review the fabric on the garment and in movement, especially for leggings and high-stretch styles.

DURABILITY

Pilling & Colourfastness

Agree relevant test methods and acceptance criteria based on product use and destination requirements.

COLOUR CONTROL

Lighting & Dye-Lot Variation

Approve physical references under agreed lighting and define how bulk shade variation will be assessed.

COMMERCIAL

MOQ Basis & Cost Impact

Stock colours and custom dyeing may have different minimums, costs and timing. Confirm per selected fabric.

DOCUMENTATION

Claims & Traceability

Verify any composition, recycled-content or performance claim against the relevant project documents.

FABRIC & COLOUR FAQ

Questions Buyers Usually Ask.

Answers are directional because the exact result depends on the selected fabric, garment construction, order basis and agreed test requirements.

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Can I select a fabric by sending a reference garment?

Yes. A reference garment, fabric cutting or detailed brief can help communicate hand feel and performance. The closest suitable route should still be confirmed through a physical swatch and garment sample.

Can you match a Pantone colour exactly?

A Pantone reference can guide development, but appearance changes with fibre, construction, finish and lighting. Approval should be based on a physical lab dip or fabric swatch, with an agreed tolerance for bulk production.

Do custom colours affect MOQ and lead time?

They can. Custom dyeing may require a fabric-specific minimum and adds development and approval steps. Stock colours may offer a more flexible route. Confirm the basis after selecting the fabric.

How do we confirm squat-proof opacity?

Opacity should be reviewed on the actual garment, in the chosen colour and size, during movement. Fabric weight alone does not determine the result; stretch, knit construction, colour and fit all matter.

Can recycled or certified fabrics be sourced?

Relevant options may be discussed according to the project. The applicable supplier documentation, transaction scope and claim wording should be checked before any public sustainability claim is made.

What should I include in a fabric brief?

Include garment type, target use, desired hand feel, performance priorities, composition preference, target GSM, colour references, estimated quantity, target price and destination-market requirements.

START YOUR FABRIC BRIEF

Share the Product Direction. We’ll Help Structure the Next Review.

Send your reference style, target use, preferred hand feel, colour direction and estimated order quantity.

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