FABRICS

TTX: Threadtex (TTX) is the world's largest broker of expensive (Japanese, Italian, etc.) fabrics. A TTX all-cotton fabric is certified, and has a sheen (satin finish) ~ the best fabric in the world. TTX shirtings have a subtle "silkier" texture. Threadtex offers the best 80's 2-ply pinpoint.

80's 2-PLY: The world's standard for better corporate 100% cotton pinpoint oxford shirts. 80's weight thread is finer (weaving finer fabric) than the coarser 40's weight (non-pinpoint) OXFORD. 2-Ply means that two 80's weight threads spindled together to "double reinforce" the all cotton fabric, so a hole won't develop in the woven fabric.

Pinpoint Oxford vs. BASIC Oxford: Pinpoint oxfords use the finer (80's weight) threads to make a higher-end fabric, more sheer/fine than standard oxford cloth. It's like better bed sheets ~ a higher PERCALE count means more "dots per inch" ~ better, finer fabric.

Blended PIMA pinpoint: Blended (60% cotton/40% poly) shirts hold their press longer throughout the day. A blended "pinpoint" is still the finer pinpoint material ~ it's blended for people who prefer practicality, easier wash/wear. Our blended pinpoint is a 2-ply (double thread, reinforced) fabric ... which is higher-quality.

OXFORD cloth: The original heavy-weave, button-down shirt. Now, it's considered a BASIC, inexpensive shirt. Excellent, rugged shirt. . (However, 90% of people select the corporate "pinpoint" shirts.)

Broadcloth: The lightest weight fabric ~ like poplin, or lightweight bedsheet material. 100% cotton broadcloth will wash down to a soft "cottony" feel, getting softer over time. CHAMBRAY (denim blue) is in this category ~ it's a beautiful fabric ~ it's denim, but very sheer/expensive. Corporate with a tie, or casual, cooking steaks.