Balbriggan (cloth)
Type of hosiery fabric
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Balbriggan was a type of hosiery fabric. It was a finely knitted cotton cloth predominantly used for men's underwear. Originally it was made of unbleached Egyptian cotton that imparts natural coloured tones such as dark cream and tan.[1] The fabric's name refers to the town in which it was manufactured, Balbriggan in Ireland. The town prospered as a result of the fabric's production.[2][3][4]
| Type | Fabric |
|---|---|
| Material | Cotton |
| Production method | Knitting |
| Place of origin | Balbriggan, Ireland |
Structure
Balbriggan was a knitted fabric structure produced with a plain stitch on circular knitting machines. It was a lightweight fabric with a napped back on occasion.[1][5][6][7]
Use
Balbriggan was initially used for men's undergarments, later used in outerwear garments like Pyjamas and certain sportswear.[6]