100% Cotton Imitation Tencel Poplin Fabric - Solid Navy, 115 GSM, Width 148 CM
Description
100% Cotton Imitation Tencel Poplin – 115 GSM, Width 148 cm
| Composition | 100% cotton |
| Fabric weight | 115 g/m² |
| Fabric width | 148 cm |
| Weave | Poplin (plain weave with a fine crosswise rib) |
| Hand / finish | Smooth, crisp, soft tencel-like hand |
| Colour | Dyed solid — navy shown; colour card available |
| Recommended for | Shirts, blouses, dresses, skirts |
| Minimum order quantity | 1 metre |
| Custom design | Yes — enquire with your requirement |
| Production time | 15-20 working days |
A pure cotton poplin at 115 g/m² and 148 cm wide, dyed to a deep solid navy, and finished so the cloth handles more softly than a standard poplin.
What “Imitation Tencel” Means Here
The composition is 100% cotton — there is no tencel or lyocell fibre in this fabric. “Imitation tencel” describes the hand, not the content: the cloth is finished to give the soft, fluid, quietly lustrous feel buyers associate with tencel, while keeping cotton’s breathability and straightforward care.
On a poplin base the effect is particular: the weave keeps the surface smooth and the cloth crisp, and the finish takes the edge off the fall, so it presses well and still moves softly. It reads as a step up from ordinary cotton shirting without becoming a dressy fabric.
What Poplin Gives You
Poplin is a plain weave built from a fine, tightly set warp and a slightly heavier weft. That construction produces a faint crosswise rib and a smooth, dense surface — the reason poplin has been the default shirting cloth for so long.
- Smooth surface – fine yarns and a tight sett give a clean, low-texture face that takes a print or a solid shade evenly.
- Subtle crosswise rib – visible at close range, and what distinguishes poplin from a flat lawn.
- Crisp but not stiff – it holds a collar and a pressed edge, yet still falls softly.
- Density – at 115 g/m² it stays opaque in a solid shade, so no lining is needed for a shirt or a simple skirt.
The Cloth
- Weight – 115 g/m². A mid-weight shirting poplin: substantial enough for structure, light enough for warm weather.
- Hand – smooth with a soft finish; noticeably less papery than an unfinished poplin.
- Drape – falls with a soft line rather than standing away from the body.
- Lustre – a restrained sheen, most visible on folds and at an angle.
- Sewing – stable and easy at the needle; holds a crisp seam and takes a pressed crease well.
- Care – wash cool, line dry, press warm. On a deep shade like this navy, wash separately for the first few cycles and avoid prolonged soaking.
Colour
The photographs show this quality in a solid navy — a deep, slightly cool blue that stays even across the width and reads as a near-black in low light.
A colour card is available, so other shades can be selected or matched for a production run. Ask us for the current card and the colours held in this quality.
Commonly Used For
- Shirts and blouses – the classic poplin use: smooth, crisp, comfortable.
- Dresses – mid-weight enough for a simple shift or a shirt dress.
- Skirts – holds a clean line while still draping.
- Trousers and shorts – in solid shades, from casual to uniform.
- Uniforms and workwear – where a durable, easy-care cotton shirting is wanted.
- Linings and home textiles – cushions and light covers.
Ordering, MOQ and Lead Time
Production runs 15-20 working days from order confirmation. Minimum order quantity is 1 metre — tell us the colour and quantity you need and we will confirm.
Custom design is available.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Does this fabric contain tencel?
No. It is 100% cotton. “Imitation tencel” refers to the finish and hand — a soft, fluid, lightly lustrous cotton, here on a poplin base.
2. What is the difference between this and your plain weave?
The base construction. This is a poplin, so it carries a fine crosswise rib and a slightly crisper, denser face; the plain weave is smoother and softer. Both are pure cotton with the same tencel-like finish.
3. What is the weight and width?
115 g/m² and 148 cm wide.
4. What is it best for?
Shirts, blouses, dresses and skirts — anything wanting a smooth, crisp cotton that still falls softly.
5. How long does production take?
15-20 working days from order confirmation.
6. What is the MOQ?
1 metre — give us the colour and quantity and we will confirm.
7. Can I choose the colour?
Yes. A colour card is available; ask us for it and for the colours held in this quality.
8. Can you make a custom design?
Yes — send your requirement and we will confirm.
