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.mw-parser-output .infobox-table th,body.skin--responsive .mw-parser-output .infobox-table td{padding-left:inherit;padding-right:inherit}}</style><table class="infobox hproduct"><caption class="infobox-title fn">Jersey</caption><tbody><tr><td colspan="2" class="infobox-image"><span class="mw-default-size" typeof="mw:File/Frameless"><a href="/wiki/File:Interlockjersey.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f9/Interlockjersey.jpg/220px-Interlockjersey.jpg" decoding="async" width="220" height="165" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f9/Interlockjersey.jpg/330px-Interlockjersey.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f9/Interlockjersey.jpg/440px-Interlockjersey.jpg 2x" data-file-width="1632" data-file-height="1224" /></a></span><div class="infobox-caption">Interlock jersey fabric</div></td></tr><tr><th scope="row" class="infobox-label">Type</th><td class="infobox-data category">Fabric</td></tr><tr><th scope="row" class="infobox-label">Material</th><td class="infobox-data category"><a href="/wiki/Wool" title="Wool">Wool</a>, <a href="/wiki/Cotton" title="Cotton">cotton</a> or <a href="/wiki/Synthetic_fiber" title="Synthetic fiber">synthetic fibers</a></td></tr><tr><th scope="row" class="infobox-label">Production method</th><td class="infobox-data category"><a href="/wiki/Knitting" title="Knitting">Knitting</a></td></tr><tr><th scope="row" class="infobox-label">Production process</th><td class="infobox-data category">Mechanized</td></tr><tr><th scope="row" class="infobox-label">Place of origin</th><td class="infobox-data"><a href="/wiki/Jersey" title="Jersey">Jersey</a></td></tr></tbody></table> <figure class="mw-default-size" typeof="mw:File/Thumb"><a href="/wiki/File:Gestrick_links-rechts_rechte_Seite.jpeg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2a/Gestrick_links-rechts_rechte_Seite.jpeg/220px-Gestrick_links-rechts_rechte_Seite.jpeg" decoding="async" width="220" height="162" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2a/Gestrick_links-rechts_rechte_Seite.jpeg/330px-Gestrick_links-rechts_rechte_Seite.jpeg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/2a/Gestrick_links-rechts_rechte_Seite.jpeg/440px-Gestrick_links-rechts_rechte_Seite.jpeg 2x" data-file-width="1259" data-file-height="925" /></a><figcaption>Single jersey front side under microscope</figcaption></figure> <p><b>Jersey</b> is a <a href="/wiki/Knitting" title="Knitting">knit</a> <a href="/wiki/Textile" title="Textile">fabric</a> used predominantly for <a href="/wiki/Clothing" title="Clothing">clothing</a> manufacture. It was originally made of <a href="/wiki/Wool" title="Wool">wool</a>, but is now made of <a href="/wiki/Wool" title="Wool">wool</a>, <a href="/wiki/Cotton" title="Cotton">cotton</a> and <a href="/wiki/Synthetic_fiber" title="Synthetic fiber">synthetic fibers</a>. </p> <meta property="mw:PageProp/toc" /> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="Origins">Origins</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Jersey_(fabric)&action=edit&section=1" title="Edit section: Origins"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>Jersey fabric originated in the <a href="/wiki/Channel_Islands" title="Channel Islands">Channel Islands</a>, particularly on the island of <a href="/wiki/Jersey" title="Jersey">Jersey</a>, where it was traditionally used for <a href="/wiki/Underwear" title="Underwear">underwear</a> and sweaters for <a href="/wiki/Fishermen" class="mw-redirect" title="Fishermen">fishermen</a>. This versatile fabric has historical roots dating back to the <a href="/wiki/Middle_Ages" title="Middle Ages">Middle Ages</a>, when Jersey was a significant exporter of knitted goods.<sup id="cite_ref-Harzinski_1-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-Harzinski-1"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>1<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> Today, jersey fabric is prized for its lightweight and stretchy qualities and is often made from materials like <a href="/wiki/Rayon" title="Rayon">rayon</a> or <a href="/wiki/Viscose" class="mw-redirect" title="Viscose">viscose</a>, which provide a soft texture and excellent drape.<sup id="cite_ref-Sewport_2-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-Sewport-2"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>2<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> Many modern versions of jersey fabric incorporate <a href="/wiki/Lycra" class="mw-redirect" title="Lycra">Lycra</a>, <a href="/wiki/Spandex" title="Spandex">spandex</a>, or <a href="/wiki/Elastane" class="mw-redirect" title="Elastane">elastane</a> to enhance stretchability.<sup id="cite_ref-HouseofU_3-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-HouseofU-3"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>3<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> </p><p>Jersey fabric was originally woven from <a href="/wiki/Wool" title="Wool">wool</a>, but it has since evolved to include <a href="/wiki/Cotton" title="Cotton">cotton</a> and synthetic blends, with common ratios being 50/50 or 60/40. These blends affect the fabric's durability and comfort, making it widely used in clothing items such as <a href="/wiki/T-shirts" class="mw-redirect" title="T-shirts">T-shirts</a> and <a href="/wiki/Underwear" title="Underwear">underwear</a>. Although it is an ideal <a href="/wiki/Base_layer" class="mw-redirect" title="Base layer">base layer</a> material, jersey fabric lacks the insulation and durability of some other textiles.<sup id="cite_ref-Tissura_4-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-Tissura-4"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>4<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> The name "Jersey" likely has roots in <a href="/wiki/English_language" title="English language">English</a> and <a href="/wiki/Old_Norse" title="Old Norse">Old Norse</a>, meaning "island," which reflects its geographic and historical origins.<sup id="cite_ref-TheBump_5-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-TheBump-5"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>5<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="Gathering">Gathering</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Jersey_(fabric)&action=edit&section=2" title="Edit section: Gathering"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>A common material for <a href="/wiki/Jersey_fabric" class="mw-redirect" title="Jersey fabric">jersey fabric</a>, varies by <a href="/wiki/Sheep" title="Sheep">sheep</a> breed. Finer wool, such as <a href="/wiki/Merino" title="Merino">merino</a>, is preferred for premium apparel, while coarser wool is used for <a href="/wiki/Carpets" class="mw-redirect" title="Carpets">carpets</a> and heavy clothing. </p><p>The <a href="/wiki/Wool" title="Wool">wool</a> processing steps include <a href="/wiki/Scouring_(textiles)" title="Scouring (textiles)">scouring</a>, which cleans the wool by removing dirt, grease, and sweat; <a href="/wiki/Carding" title="Carding">carding</a>, which untangles and smooths the wool into consistent strands; <a href="/wiki/Gilling" class="mw-redirect" title="Gilling">gilling</a>, which aligns the fibers and removes impurities; and <a href="/wiki/Combing" title="Combing">combing</a>, which eliminates shorter fibers and <a href="/wiki/Vegetable_matter" class="mw-redirect" title="Vegetable matter">vegetable matter</a>, leaving only the long fibers for spinning. <a href="/wiki/Hand_spinning" title="Hand spinning">Drafting</a> further thins the wool strands, preparing them for fine yarn production. Finally, <a href="/wiki/Spinning_(textiles)" title="Spinning (textiles)">spinning</a> and <a href="/wiki/Twisting" class="mw-redirect mw-disambig" title="Twisting">twisting</a> convert these strands into single yarns, often twisted together to create stronger, multi-ply yarns.<sup id="cite_ref-ScienceLearning_6-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-ScienceLearning-6"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>6<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> Depending on the type of wool and the processing methods used, the resulting yarns can be tailored for various applications, including carpets, <a href="/wiki/Upholstery" title="Upholstery">upholstery</a>, and high-quality clothing. </p><p>Both <a href="/wiki/Woolen" title="Woolen">woolen</a> and <a href="/wiki/Worsted" title="Worsted">worsted</a> yarns can be woven into fabrics, with worsted yarn yielding finer and smoother products. Woolen yarns, on the other hand, are tufted into carpets by stitching loops into a backing fabric, which can either be cut or left intact, then sealed for added strength. </p><p>Over the years, jersey fabric has evolved from a simple woolen material used for practical clothing to a versatile fabric that holds a prominent place in both everyday and <a href="/w/index.php?title=Luxury_fashion&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Luxury fashion (page does not exist)">luxury fashion</a>. The addition of synthetic fibers like <a href="/wiki/Nylon" title="Nylon">nylon</a> and <a href="/wiki/Polyester" title="Polyester">polyester</a> in the 20th century further enhanced jersey's stretch, moisture control, and durability.<sup id="cite_ref-FabricLove_7-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-FabricLove-7"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>7<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> Today, modern jersey fabrics also include eco-friendly options made from <a href="/wiki/Organic" class="mw-disambig" title="Organic">organic</a> and <a href="/wiki/Recycled_materials" class="mw-redirect" title="Recycled materials">recycled materials</a>.<sup id="cite_ref-ZEVA_8-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-ZEVA-8"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>8<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="Production">Production</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Jersey_(fabric)&action=edit&section=3" title="Edit section: Production"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>Jersey is a knitting method that produces a unique and versatile material. This knitting technique involves creating a lightweight and stretchy fabric by interlocking <a href="/wiki/Yarn" title="Yarn">yarns</a> in a series of loops. The result is jersey fabric, which is particularly well-suited for a variety of comfortable garments such as <a href="/wiki/T-shirt" title="T-shirt">T-shirts</a>, <a href="/wiki/Dresses" class="mw-redirect" title="Dresses">dresses</a>, and <a href="/w/index.php?title=Athletic_wear&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Athletic wear (page does not exist)">athletic wear</a>.<sup id="cite_ref-Sewport_2-1" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-Sewport-2"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>2<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> </p><p><br /> </p><p><a href="/w/index.php?title=Textile_fibers&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Textile fibers (page does not exist)">Textile fibers</a> can be broadly categorized into two main types: <a href="/wiki/Natural_fiber" title="Natural fiber">natural</a> and <a href="/wiki/Synthetic_fiber" title="Synthetic fiber">synthetic</a>. Natural fibers include <a href="/wiki/Plant" title="Plant">plant</a>-based materials, such as <a href="/wiki/Cotton" title="Cotton">cotton</a> and <a href="/wiki/Hemp" title="Hemp">hemp</a>, which are cherished for their comfort, breathability, and moisture-wicking properties. <a href="/wiki/Animal" title="Animal">Animal</a>-based fibers like <a href="/wiki/Wool" title="Wool">wool</a> and <a href="/wiki/Silk" title="Silk">silk</a> are also included in this category. Synthetic fibers are engineered and can be classified into two subcategories: <a href="/wiki/Regenerated_fiber" class="mw-redirect" title="Regenerated fiber">regenerated fibers</a> and purely synthetic fibers. Regenerated fibers, such as <a href="/wiki/Rayon" title="Rayon">rayon</a> and <a href="/wiki/Modal_(textile)" class="mw-redirect" title="Modal (textile)">modal</a>, are derived from natural materials like <a href="/wiki/Wood_pulp" class="mw-redirect" title="Wood pulp">wood pulp</a> but undergo chemical processing to create a new fiber. These fibers are celebrated for their ability to mimic the qualities of natural fibers while offering additional benefits, such as increased durability and a variety of textures.<sup id="cite_ref-DishaFashion_9-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-DishaFashion-9"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>9<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> Purely synthetic fibers, such as <a href="/wiki/Polyester" title="Polyester">polyester</a> and <a href="/wiki/Nylon" title="Nylon">nylon</a>, are created from <a href="/wiki/Petrochemicals" class="mw-redirect" title="Petrochemicals">petrochemicals</a> and are designed for specific properties like high durability, resistance to wrinkles, and moisture-wicking capabilities. These fibers are often utilized in <a href="/wiki/Activewear" class="mw-redirect" title="Activewear">activewear</a> and other functional clothing due to their performance characteristics. </p><p>The softness and breathability of natural fibers make them ideal for <a href="/wiki/Casual_wear" title="Casual wear">casual wear</a>, while the durability and moisture resistance of synthetic fibers make them more suitable for <a href="/wiki/Athletic" class="mw-disambig" title="Athletic">athletic</a> and <a href="/wiki/Outdoor_clothing" class="mw-redirect" title="Outdoor clothing">outdoor clothing</a>. Additionally, the interplay between different fibers in blends can enhance specific qualities, leading to fabrics that combine the best of both types.<sup id="cite_ref-TextileR_10-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-TextileR-10"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>10<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> The versatility of jersey fabric, combined with the diverse options in fiber selection, allows for a wide range of applications in the <a href="/wiki/Textile_industry" title="Textile industry">textile industry</a>. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="Knitting_techniques">Knitting techniques</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Jersey_(fabric)&action=edit&section=4" title="Edit section: Knitting techniques"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>Jersey fabric is a versatile material created through a specific <a href="/wiki/Knitting" title="Knitting">knitting</a> technique, commonly used for various garments. The fabric can be a stretchy <a href="/w/index.php?title=Single_knitting&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Single knitting (page does not exist)">single-knit</a> jersey, usually lightweight, with one flat side and one piled side, making it ideal for comfortable clothing like <a href="/wiki/T-shirt" title="T-shirt">T-shirts</a>.<sup id="cite_ref-Cresswell&Watkins_11-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-Cresswell&Watkins-11"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>11<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> When made as a double-knit (or <a href="/w/index.php?title=Interlock_jersey&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Interlock jersey (page does not exist)">interlock jersey</a>), jersey fabric has less stretch and is heavier, with two layers of single jerseys knit together to create a fabric with flat sides on the exterior and piles in the center.<sup id="cite_ref-Cresswell&Watkins_11-1" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-Cresswell&Watkins-11"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>11<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> This type of knit is often used for <a href="/wiki/Polo_shirt" title="Polo shirt">polo shirts</a>, especially those made from <a href="/wiki/Pima_cotton" class="mw-redirect" title="Pima cotton">pima cotton</a>, and is considered an elegant alternative to <a href="/wiki/Piqu%C3%A9_(weaving)" title="Piqué (weaving)">piqué</a>. </p><p>Knitting techniques vary, with two primary styles being the <a href="/w/index.php?title=English_knitting_method&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="English knitting method (page does not exist)">English method</a> and the <a href="/w/index.php?title=Continental_knitting_method&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Continental knitting method (page does not exist)">Continental method</a>. The English method, also known as "<a href="/wiki/Throwing_(knitting)" class="mw-redirect" title="Throwing (knitting)">throwing</a>," involves holding the <a href="/wiki/Yarn" title="Yarn">yarn</a> in the right hand, while the Continental method, where the yarn is held in the left hand, can facilitate faster knitting. In the <a href="/wiki/United_Kingdom" title="United Kingdom">UK</a>, the English method is common, whereas the Continental approach is favored in <a href="/wiki/Germany" title="Germany">Germany</a> and <a href="/wiki/Scandinavia" title="Scandinavia">Scandinavia</a>, known for intricate patterns like <a href="/wiki/Fair_Isle_knitting" class="mw-redirect" title="Fair Isle knitting">Fair Isle</a> and <a href="/w/index.php?title=Norwegian_knitting_techniques&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Norwegian knitting techniques (page does not exist)">Norwegian knitting techniques</a>. In <a href="/wiki/North_America" title="North America">North America</a>, both methods are widely used.<sup id="cite_ref-KnittingHelp_12-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-KnittingHelp-12"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>12<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> </p><p>Jersey fabrics can be classified as follows: </p> <ul><li><a href="/w/index.php?title=Single_jersey&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Single jersey (page does not exist)">Single jersey</a> - Lightweight, stretchy fabric with one flat side and one piled side, often used for T-shirts.</li> <li><a href="/w/index.php?title=Double_jersey&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Double jersey (page does not exist)">Double jersey</a> - Heavier, less stretchy fabric with two flat sides.</li> <li><a href="/w/index.php?title=Interlock_jersey&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Interlock jersey (page does not exist)">Interlock jersey</a> - Double-knit fabric that is thicker and can serve as a formal alternative for polo shirts.</li> <li><a href="/w/index.php?title=Jacquard_jersey&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Jacquard jersey (page does not exist)">Jacquard jersey</a> - Jersey fabric featuring complex patterns created during the knitting process.</li> <li><a href="/w/index.php?title=Clocqu%C3%A9_jersey&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Clocqué jersey (page does not exist)">Clocqué jersey</a> - Textured, with a blistered or quilted appearance.</li> <li><a href="/w/index.php?title=Stretch_jersey&action=edit&redlink=1" class="new" title="Stretch jersey (page does not exist)">Stretch jersey</a> - Jersey blended with elastane or spandex for enhanced stretch, commonly used in activewear and form-fitting garments.</li></ul> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="The_world_Jersey_industry">The world Jersey industry</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Jersey_(fabric)&action=edit&section=5" title="Edit section: The world Jersey industry"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>In 2023, the global market for knitted fabrics is valued at approximately $27.99 billion, with projections indicating an annual growth rate of 5.1%, potentially reaching $46.03 billion by 2033. This growth is largely driven by the expanding apparel sector, which is expected to significantly influence the fabric market over the next decade. Additionally, the increasing application of knitted fabrics in various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, construction, and automotive, is anticipated to further stimulate market growth. </p><p>Within the textile sector, the coated fabrics industry is also experiencing expansion. Coated fabrics undergo treatments that enhance their functionality, strength, and aesthetic appeal, making them valuable across several fields, including automotive, construction, healthcare, and fashion. The growth of this market is fueled by technological advancements, changing consumer preferences, and a rising demand for versatile, high-quality materials. </p><p>Historically, the incorporation of jersey into women's fashion can be traced back to Coco Chanel, who was the first to utilize this fabric in outerwear designs. During World War I, Chanel relocated from Paris to Deauville, where fabric shortages prompted her to open a new shop. She discovered that jersey, traditionally used for underwear, was not only affordable but also incredibly comfortable. Inspired by fishermen's sweaters, Chanel introduced jersey to women's fashion, although it was initially met with mixed reactions. Nevertheless, some of her customers quickly recognized the comfort and style that jersey offered, marking a significant breakthrough in her career. </p><p>Another prominent figure in the world of fashion is Madame Gres, born Germaine Emilie Krebs. A renowned couture designer, she initially trained as a sculptor and opened her fashion house, "Gres," in Paris in 1942. Known for her elegant gowns and critical perspective on ready-to-wear fashion—which she famously labeled "prostitution"—Madame Gres eventually launched her own ready-to-wear line. Active from the 1930s until the 1980s, many of her iconic gowns were made from jersey fabric. Her sculptural training greatly influenced her distinctive draping techniques, elevating her designs to an art form. </p><p>In recognition of her contributions to fashion, the Musée Bourdelle hosted an exhibition dedicated to Madame Gres, showcasing 80 of her designs, including works from her "Alix" period and collaborations with Givenchy. The exhibition featured 100 sketches and 50 original photographs of her creations, deeply moving observers with her exceptional talent and artistry. Through her innovative use of jersey and sculptural approach, both Chanel and Madame Gres left an indelible mark on the fashion industry, shaping the way jersey is perceived and utilized today. </p><p>Recent technological advancements have greatly influenced innovations in jersey fabric creation, particularly through smart textiles and wearable technology. Modern jersey fabrics can now incorporate sensors, heating elements, and LED lights, allowing them to interact with external stimuli. Additionally, digital printing technology enables designers to produce vibrant patterns and intricate designs on jersey fabric without sacrificing comfort. This has led to the inclusion of jersey knit in high-end fashion, featuring prominently in luxury items such as evening gowns, tailored blazers, and jumpsuits. The fabric’s inherent stretch and drape provide both elegance and comfort, making it appealing to designers who prioritize style and ease of movement. </p><p><br /> </p><p><br /> </p><p><br /> </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="History">History</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Jersey_(fabric)&action=edit&section=6" title="Edit section: History"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>Jersey fabric has been introduced in the Middle Ages on the Channel Islands. Where it got its name. Initially, it was viewed as suitable only for men’s clothing, mostly utilized in making men's fishermen's sweaters and underwear. A key shift in the fabric's trajectory happened in 1916 when Coco Chanel brought jersey into women’s fashion. By designing comfortable dresses and coats from Jersey. Chanel made Jersey useful for more than just traditional uses. </p><p>Jersey is different from woven fabrics because it is knitted, necessitating different handling during production. This knitting method makes jersey prized soft texture and stretchiness, allowing it to flow beautifully. While tricot was also used for T-shirts and dresses, jersey's thicker quality makes it particularly well-suited for garments such as pants, skirts, blazers, and coats. A grey jersey suit adorned with knitted stripes was once highly admired, although the specific fabric used was rare and expensive, making it difficult to replicate. Today, jersey fabric can be costly and harder to source on the market. </p><p>Further experimentation with jersey has led to innovations like casual pants with a more formal cut, capitalizing on the fabric's inherent stretch, which enhances comfort. Interestingly, when jersey is boiled, it shrinks significantly and adopts a rougher texture, making it ideal for outerwear like coats. </p><p><br /> </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="Structure">Structure</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Jersey_(fabric)&action=edit&section=7" title="Edit section: Structure"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>Jersey is a weft knit fabric that is knitted on a single set of needles with all loops meshing in the same direction.<sup id="cite_ref-:0_13-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-:0-13"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>13<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> By and large, it is knitted in plain stitch.<sup id="cite_ref-:1_14-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-:1-14"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>14<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> It is also called plain.<sup id="cite_ref-:0_13-1" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-:0-13"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>13<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> On the other hand, the double jersey is knit using two sets of needles, does not curl at the edges (when cut) and has a more stable structure.<sup id="cite_ref-:1_14-1" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-:1-14"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>14<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="See_also">See also</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Jersey_(fabric)&action=edit&section=8" title="Edit section: See also"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <ul><li><a href="/wiki/Balbriggan_(cloth)" title="Balbriggan (cloth)">Balbriggan (cloth)</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Kersey_(cloth)" title="Kersey (cloth)">Kersey (cloth)</a></li></ul> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 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title="Boiled wool">Boiled wool</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Coolmax" title="Coolmax">Coolmax</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Knitting_machine" title="Knitting machine">Machine knitting</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Milliskin" title="Milliskin">Milliskin</a></li> <li><a class="mw-selflink selflink">Jersey</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Velour" title="Velour">Velour</a></li></ul> </div></td></tr><tr><th scope="row" class="navbox-group" style="width:1%"><a href="/wiki/Net_(textile)" title="Net (textile)">Netted</a></th><td class="navbox-list-with-group navbox-list navbox-even" style="width:100%;padding:0"><div style="padding:0 0.25em"> <ul><li><a href="/wiki/Bobbinet" title="Bobbinet">Bobbinet</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Carbon_fibers" title="Carbon fibers">Carbon fibers</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Lace" title="Lace">Lace</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Mesh" title="Mesh">Mesh</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Needlerun_net" title="Needlerun net">Needlerun net</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Ninon" title="Ninon">Ninon</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Tulle_netting" class="mw-redirect" title="Tulle netting">Tulle</a></li></ul> </div></td></tr></tbody></table><div></div></td></tr><tr><th scope="row" class="navbox-group" style="width:1%"><a href="/wiki/Technical_textile" title="Technical textile">Technical</a></th><td class="navbox-list-with-group navbox-list navbox-odd hlist" style="width:100%;padding:0"><div style="padding:0 0.25em"> <ul><li><a href="/wiki/Ballistic_nylon" title="Ballistic nylon">Ballistic nylon</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Ban-Lon" title="Ban-Lon">Ban-Lon</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Conductive_textile" title="Conductive textile">Conductive textile</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Darlexx" title="Darlexx">Darlexx</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/E-textiles" title="E-textiles">E-textiles</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Gannex" title="Gannex">Gannex</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Gore-Tex" title="Gore-Tex">Gore-Tex</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Lenticular_fabric" title="Lenticular fabric">Lenticular fabric</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Silnylon" title="Silnylon">Silnylon</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Spandex" title="Spandex">Spandex</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Stub-tex" class="mw-redirect" title="Stub-tex">Stub-tex</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/SympaTex" class="mw-redirect" title="SympaTex">SympaTex</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Windstopper" title="Windstopper">Windstopper</a></li></ul> </div></td></tr><tr><th scope="row" class="navbox-group" style="width:1%">Patterns</th><td class="navbox-list-with-group navbox-list navbox-even hlist" style="width:100%;padding:0"><div style="padding:0 0.25em"> <ul><li><a href="/wiki/Argyle_(pattern)" title="Argyle (pattern)">Argyle</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Bizarre_silk" title="Bizarre silk">Bizarre silk</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Check_(pattern)" title="Check (pattern)">Check</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Warp_printing" title="Warp printing">Chiné</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Glen_plaid" title="Glen plaid">Glen plaid</a></li> <li><a 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(Manila hemp)</li> <li><a href="/wiki/Acrylic_fiber" title="Acrylic fiber">Acrylic</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Alpaca_fiber" title="Alpaca fiber">Alpaca</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Angora_wool" title="Angora wool">Angora</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Musa_basjoo" title="Musa basjoo">Bashō</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Cashmere_wool" title="Cashmere wool">Cashmere</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Coir" title="Coir">Coir</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Cotton" title="Cotton">Cotton</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Eisengarn" title="Eisengarn">Eisengarn</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Hemp" title="Hemp">Hemp</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Jute" title="Jute">Jute</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Kevlar" title="Kevlar">Kevlar</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Linen" title="Linen">Linen</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Mohair" title="Mohair">Mohair</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Nylon" title="Nylon">Nylon</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Microfiber" title="Microfiber">Microfiber</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Olefin_fiber" title="Olefin fiber">Olefin</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Pashmina" class="mw-redirect" title="Pashmina">Pashmina</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Polyester" title="Polyester">Polyester</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Pi%C3%B1a" title="Piña">Piña</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Ramie" title="Ramie">Ramie</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Rayon" title="Rayon">Rayon</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Sea_silk" title="Sea silk">Sea silk</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Silk" title="Silk">Silk</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Sisal" title="Sisal">Sisal</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Spandex" title="Spandex">Spandex</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Spider_silk" title="Spider silk">Spider silk</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Wool" title="Wool">Wool</a></li></ul> </div></td></tr><tr><th scope="row" class="navbox-group" style="width:1%"><div style="display: inline-block; line-height: 1.2em; padding: .1em 0;"><a href="/wiki/Finishing_(textiles)" title="Finishing (textiles)">Finishing</a> and<div class="paragraphbreak" style="margin-top:0.5em"></div><a href="/wiki/Textile_printing" title="Textile printing">printing</a></div></th><td class="navbox-list-with-group navbox-list navbox-even hlist" style="width:100%;padding:0"><div style="padding:0 0.25em"> <ul><li><a href="/wiki/Androsia" title="Androsia">Androsia</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Batik" title="Batik">Batik</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Beetling" title="Beetling">Beetling</a></li> <li><span title="Japanese-language romanization"><i lang="ja-Latn"><a href="/wiki/Bingata" title="Bingata">Bingata</a></i></span></li> <li><a href="/wiki/B%C3%B2g%C3%B2lanfini" title="Bògòlanfini">Bògòlanfini</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Devor%C3%A9" title="Devoré">Burnout</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Calendering_(textiles)" title="Calendering (textiles)">Calendering</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Decatising" title="Decatising">Decatising</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Devor%C3%A9" title="Devoré">Devoré</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Finishing_(textiles)" title="Finishing (textiles)">Finishing</a></li> <li><a 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