Oxford weave fabric consists of two, thin warp yarns woven to every soft,
thicker yarn in the filling direction. The unbalanced construction of the
fabric causes the thin yarns to break and leave tiny holes. It is fine, soft
and lightweight. Oxford weave is commonly found in cotton shirting but is
also available in a wide variety of fibers and weights. It is mainly used in
apparel.
Manufacturers make use of a high twist in the yarn to stop or minimise the
development of holes, but oxford weave do develope tiny pinholes. All the
yarns in shirts made of oxford weave receive the same care, but the constant
abrasion in the wear causes the thin yarns to weaken and tear.
Characteristics of Oxford Weave
- It is fine.
- It is soft.
- It is lightweight.
Uses of Oxford Weave
The primary use of oxford weave fabric is in cotton shirting. It is also
used in other forms of apparel.
