Woven Clothing Labels vs. Printed Labels

Clothing Labels have two primary categories. The first is printed clothing labels. While generally inexpensive they
have several disadvantages that make them an ideal choice for only a handful of uses. The most basic complaint
about a printed label is that they fade. Whether it’s through washing or as a result of skin oils reacting with the print,
the fact is that a printed label does not stand up to standard wear. This reduces the branding aspect of the label
completely. An illegible label does nothing for your business. The second choice is a woven label.

The Better Choice

Woven clothing labels are a better choice, but the choice to go woven brings

about other decisions. There are four basic fabrics offered in woven labels:

Damask, Semi-Damask, Taffeta, and Satin.

Our labels are manufactured using huge looms. Our factory uses broadlooms,

needle looms, and even the double and single shuttle looms to make the best

possible clothing labels.The clothing labels when they come off of the looms

are in a ribbon like form, and then they are then cut and sealed so the threads

do not fray.

Four basic fabrics offered in woven labels

1. Satin is the most popular choice, but not always the wisest. Satin is thin and can snag easily, making it more
likely to be cut out than other labels. Though it looks very pretty originally, you need to keep the customer in mind
when choosing your label.
2. Taffeta is stiffer than satin and can stand up to a bit more snagging. However, with both satin and taffeta the
finished edges of the labels can be stiff, leading to the prickly feeling labels are famous for.
3. Semi-damask is a mid line choice when it comes to labels. It has many of the qualities of damask.
4. Damask is a tighter weave fabric that remains very soft, even with finished edges. It’s a top choice when
quality is a top priority for the seamstress. Damask provides the best finish with a smoothness that reflects style
and comfort.

Woven Label Style Choices

Straight cut – No fold. Straight labels are usually sewn on all 4 sides, the top, or on left and right side only.
Mitre Fold – The ends are folded under and up, creating a tab to be sewn into a seam.
Die - Cut – Completely customizable shapes. applied the same way as straight cut labels.
Endfold – These are folded down on the left and right side. They are applied the same way as straight cut
labels, but have a softer edge.
Centerfold – Folded in the middle and usually sewn into a seam. Centerfold labels can also be used for sleeve
and hem labels.
Manhattan Fold – A Manhattan fold is like a centerfold label, except the top of the label is folded down,
creating a flap to tuck the bottom fold into.
Manhattan Fold – Similar to a center fold, but the bottom edge is the folded side.

Woven Label Style Choices