FABRIC & CARE FAQ.
Which fabrics are best for humid monsoons?
Lightweight, breathable natural fibres — mid-weight combed cotton, linen, or linen-cotton blends — work best in humid conditions. Their open weave and natural absorbency let moisture evaporate quickly instead of trapping it against the skin, which is what makes heat feel unbearable in humidity.
From: Cotton vs. Blends: Choosing Fabric for Indian Summers and Monsoons →Does cotton absorb more sweat than polyester?
Yes. Cotton is naturally absorbent and pulls moisture into the fibre itself, while polyester is hydrophobic and doesn't absorb moisture — it either lets it sit on the surface or is engineered with wicking finishes to move it. In humid heat, cotton's absorbency keeps you drier against the skin; in dry heat with a breeze, polyester's quick-dry behaviour can have an edge.
From: Cotton vs. Blends: Choosing Fabric for Indian Summers and Monsoons →Are poly-cotton blends good for everyday wear in India?
They're a reasonable middle ground — more wrinkle-resistant and durable than pure cotton, with better shape retention through frequent washing. The trade-off is reduced breathability, since the synthetic component doesn't absorb moisture the way cotton does, so they can feel warmer in high humidity.
From: Cotton vs. Blends: Choosing Fabric for Indian Summers and Monsoons →What does GSM mean in clothing?
GSM stands for Grams per Square Metre. It measures how much a one-metre-by-one-metre piece of fabric weighs, which is the industry's standard way of describing fabric density. A higher number means more fibre packed into the same area — generally a heavier, more structured, more opaque fabric. A lower number means a lighter, more breathable, more translucent one.
From: Decoding GSM: What Fabric Weight Actually Means →Is higher GSM always better?
No. Higher GSM means more durable and structured, not automatically higher quality. A 350 GSM hoodie fleece is appropriately heavy for warmth, but a 350 GSM t-shirt would feel stiff and overbuilt for everyday wear. The right GSM depends entirely on what the garment is for.
From: Decoding GSM: What Fabric Weight Actually Means →What GSM is good for a summer t-shirt?
Most everyday cotton t-shirts fall between 150 and 200 GSM. That range is light enough to breathe in heat and humidity while still being thick enough not to feel flimsy or become see-through.
From: Decoding GSM: What Fabric Weight Actually Means →