What is Loopback cotton?

2026-02-06

What is Loopback cotton?

Imagine a fabric that’s smooth cotton on one side, and soft build-ups of yarn on the other — sort of like terry towelling — and you’re just about there. It’s secretly comfy. Nobody needs to know how comfy you are. A hug hiding in broad daylight. Loopback cotton is sometimes referred to as French Terry, which is what we imagine Thierry Henry was referred to as by Tony Adams and Ray Parlour when he first joined Arsenal from Juventus. One for the football heads, there.

How is loopback cotton different from other fabrics?

It’s not the same on both sides. If you turn it inside-out, you are going to know about it. It’s sleek on the outside, and fluffy, warm and cosy on the inside. Like a croissant or a pain au chocolat.

How is it different from traditional cotton?

It’s the way it’s made. Traditional terry cloth is knitted on a loop with two sets of warp threads — one set with a very loose tension, the other with a more regular tension. That’s what gives terry cloth its absorbency and texture. French terry or loopback cotton only has these loops on one side. Regular cotton doesn’t have these loose loops at all.

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Silk Lingerie

Silk Sleepwear

Wool Base Layer

Basic Tops

Sweatshirt Sportswear

Pajama Sets

Fashion Vest

Pants And Dress

Yoga Wear

What is Loopback cotton?