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Chambray is a closely woven plain weave fabric mostly made from cotton. It is soft and smooth with a slight luster. It wears well and is easy to sew and launder. It is lightweight, yet strong fabric with a denim look. This fabric is known to last very long and does not fade, even after repeated washings. Chambray fabric also known as Cambric fabric originated from Cobrai or Cambrai, a city in north France where it was originally woven for farmer's wardrobes. This was actually the fabric choice for the working man's blue shirt. Hence, the term blue-collar worker came into use.

Characteristics of Chambray Fabric

• It is soft and lightweight.
• It is smooth.
• It is slightly lustrous.
• It is strong and durable.
• It wears well.
• It is easy to sew.
• It launders well.

Chambray Fabrics Designs

The fabric is made of dyed warp (down) and white or unbleached filling (across). Both carded or combed yarns are used and they are used to form different pattern designs like stripes, checks, dobby etc. It has a white selvedge to prevent raveling and has a very soft coloring (often light blue), which creates a faded look. Some are also available in embroidered designs. Besides the blue color, chambray or cambric fabric is also available in several other light colors.

Uses of Chambray Fabric

The chambray or cambric fabric is used to produce a number of apparel items like as

• Children wear
• Dresses
• Shirts
• Blouses
• Aprons
• All kinds of sportswear
• Home Decor Slipcovers etc.