Rib fabric is a stretchy knitted fabric with a vertical rib texture and good elasticity. It is widely used for tops, dresses, skirts, cuffs, waistbands, collars, casual wear, children’s wear, loungewear and women’s fashion garments. The rib structure gives the fabric good stretch, recovery and a clean textured appearance.
Hebei Hanlin Textile Co., Ltd. supplies rib knit fabric mainly in 95% Polyester / 5% Spandex, with available widths from 155 cm to 175 cm and weights from 135 gsm to 240 gsm. We support custom colors, different weights, ready goods and stocklot supply for garment factories, fabric wholesalers, fashion brands and apparel sourcing companies.
Rib fabric is a knitted fabric with visible vertical lines on the surface. This ribbed structure gives the fabric better elasticity and recovery compared with many plain knit fabrics. Because of its stretch and comfortable fit, rib knit fabric is widely used in both basic garments and fashion garments.
Polyester spandex rib fabric is especially suitable for garments that need stable stretch, shape retention, easy care and a smooth hand feel. It can be used as the main fabric for tops, dresses and skirts, or as functional fabric for cuffs, collars and waistbands.
For garment buyers, rib fabric is a practical choice because it combines elasticity, comfort, surface texture and wide garment application.
Our rib fabric can be supplied in polyester spandex composition with different yarn counts, widths and weights according to garment use.
| Composition | Yarn Count / Specification | Width | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95% Polyester / 5% Spandex | 150D/144F + 20D | 170 cm | 200 gsm |
| 95% Polyester / 5% Spandex | 150D/144F + 20D | 175 cm | 220 gsm |
| 95% Polyester / 5% Spandex | To be confirmed / customized | 155 cm | 240 gsm |
| 95% Polyester / 5% Spandex | 150D/144F + 20D | 175 cm | 220 gsm |
| 95% Polyester / 5% Spandex | 150D/144F + 20D | 175 cm | 220 gsm |
| 95% Polyester / 5% Spandex | 118D + 25D SP | 165 cm | 190 gsm |
| 95% Polyester / 5% Spandex | 118D/144F + 20D | 165 cm | 135 gsm |
| 95% Polyester / 5% Spandex | 118D/144F + 20D | 160 cm | 180 gsm |
| 95% Polyester / 5% Spandex | 150D/144F + 20D | 175 cm | 220 gsm |
Common Composition:
95% Polyester / 5% Spandex
Common Yarn Count:
150D/144F + 20D
118D + 25D SP
118D/144F + 20D
Available Width:
155 cm, 160 cm, 165 cm, 170 cm, 175 cm
Available Weight:
135 gsm, 180 gsm, 190 gsm, 200 gsm, 220 gsm, 240 gsm
These specifications can cover different garment applications, from lightweight rib tops to medium-weight dresses, skirts, cuffs, waistbands and heavier stretch garments.
Lightweight rib fabric around 135 gsm is suitable for summer tops, fitted T-shirts, light dresses, children’s wear and fashion layering garments. It provides stretch comfort with a lighter hand feel.
Medium-weight rib fabric around 180–200 gsm is suitable for tops, dresses, skirts, loungewear, casual sets and women’s fashion garments. This weight range offers a good balance of softness, elasticity and fabric stability.
Heavy rib fabric around 220–240 gsm is suitable for waistbands, cuffs, bodycon dresses, fitted skirts, pants, casual sets and garments that need better coverage, stronger recovery and more body.
Rib fabric is popular because it provides stretch, recovery and a clean textured look.
The vertical rib texture gives the fabric a fashionable surface and helps garments fit the body more comfortably. The polyester component provides color brightness, easy-care performance and good shape stability. The spandex component improves elasticity and helps the fabric recover after stretching.
This makes polyester spandex rib fabric suitable for garment categories that require comfort, movement and shape retention.
Rib fabric is a flexible product for garment manufacturers and wholesalers because it can be used for both main garment panels and garment trims.
It can be used to make full garments such as tops, dresses, skirts and casual sets. It can also be used for cuffs, collars and waistbands to improve garment fit and elasticity.
For fashion brands, rib fabric offers a simple but stylish texture. Even basic garment styles can look more refined because of the ribbed surface.
Rib fabric is widely used for:
Women’s tops
T-shirts
Tank tops
Bodycon dresses
Skirts
Casual sets
Loungewear
Children’s wear
Cuffs
Collars
Waistbands
Pajamas
Leggings
Fashion basics
Women’s stretch garments
This fabric is especially suitable for garments that need elasticity, comfort, close fit and a clean ribbed surface.
