Fabric Weight Chart
Simply put, fabric weight refers to how heavy or light a fabric is. It's usually measured in grams per square meter (GSM) or ounces per square yard (oz/sq. yd.) Lighter fabrics are usually drapier, while heavier ones are more structured.
| Fabric | Weight GSM |
Weight oz./sq.yd. |
Examples | Uses |
| Ultra Light | under 100 | under 3 oz. | Chiffon georgette voile, lace |
Light dresses, lingerie scarves |
| Lightweight | 100-170 | 3-5oz. | Lightweight linen, cotton chambray challis, twill viscose, tencel, rayon, jersey |
Tops, shirts, skirts, summer dresses |
| Midweight | 170-340 | 5-10oz. | Midweight linen viscose, twill, tencel, bamboo wools, jersey |
Pants, tops structured dresses jackets |
| Heavyweight | 340-400 | 10-11.8oz. | Heavy denim, coating, fleece ponte knit jacquard |
Jeans, coats, sweaters |
| Ultra Heavy | over 400 | over 11.8oz. | Heavy denim, canvas, cotton, upholstery |
Outerwear upholstery |