2026 | Professional

French Design Awards Silver Winner

Shengli Balanced softness and stiffness cotton

Entrant

SHENGLI

Category

Fashion Design - Textile & Materials

Client's Name

Country / Region

China

Centered on the pioneering concept of “softness-structure balance,” this fabric synergizes bio-polishing with ultra-soft finishing to break the traditional dilemma of sacrificing structure for softness or compromising softness for structure. The result is an exceptionally soft touch paired with a crisp silhouette in the finished garment.
In terms of material selection and spinning, premium cotton serves as the core raw material and is finely spun into yarn through a series of rigorous processes, including cleaning, carding, and drawing. Subsequently, the yarn is precisely knitted on double-knit machines, with elastic fibers meticulously embedded on both faces to regulate tension, ultimately creating a high-stretch, high-resilience double-knit greige fabric.
During the post-finishing stage, bio-polishing thoroughly removes stray fibers from the fabric surface, leaving it exceptionally smooth and flat. This prevents fiber entanglement at the source, significantly enhancing pilling resistance to maintain the overall aesthetic appeal. At the same time, ultra-soft finishing expands the internal fibers under specifically controlled temperature and humidity cycles, offering a buttery-soft touch without compromising elasticity. Working in synergy, these two techniques also endow the fabric with excellent moisture-wicking performance, outstanding breathability, and superior shape retention after washing. This product resolves the long-standing conflict between style and comfort in loungewear, allowing users to transition seamlessly between relaxation, work, and quick errands without changing outfits. Moreover, its remarkable versatility extends its application to diverse fields such as medical nursing and sports protection.

Credits

SHENGLI Brand Manager
Liu Jingjie
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