Choosing the fabric is the first decision in a made-to-measure shirt, and it shapes everything that follows: how the shirt feels at 4 pm, how it handles Indian heat, and whether it suits the boardroom or a wedding. If you are planning a Tarrit made-to-measure shirt, this guide explains how our fabrics are chosen, what to consider for each occasion, and how to pick the right one at your appointment.
Tarrit's made-to-measure service takes place at our flagship store in Tiruppur, where fabric selection happens in person, so you can see and feel each option before deciding.
Which Fabrics Can You Choose for a Tarrit Made-to-Measure Shirt?
You choose from Tarrit's curated range of premium made to measure shirt fabrics, selected for comfort, durability and suitability to season and use. Selection happens in person at the Tiruppur flagship. Tarrit's shirts are woven in fabrics such as 100% Giza cotton, 100% Tencel and engineered microfibre. Confirm the current made-to-measure range at your appointment.
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Key Takeaways
- Tarrit's made-to-measure fabrics come from a curated range, chosen for comfort, durability and suitability to season and use.
- You select fabric in person at the Tarrit Flagship Store in Tiruppur.
- Choose fabric by occasion and season first, then by colour and pattern.
- Long-staple cotton, such as Giza cotton, is a strong all-round choice for office and everyday wear.
- Ask at your appointment which fabrics are currently available for made to measure.
How Does Tarrit Choose Its Made-to-Measure Fabrics?
Tarrit's made-to-measure fabrics are selected from a curated range for three things: comfort, durability, and suitability to season and use. That means every option is chosen to feel good on the skin, hold up to regular wear, and suit real occasions in Indian weather.
A curated range also makes choosing easier. Instead of hundreds of swatches, you see a considered selection and can focus on what matters: where you will wear the shirt and how you want it to feel.
Can You See and Feel the Fabrics Before Choosing?
Yes. Fabric selection is the first step of your made-to-measure appointment at the Tiruppur flagship, so you can see the colour in natural light, feel the weight and texture, and compare options side by side. Feeling a fabric in person tells you far more than a photo can, especially for texture and drape.
The Fabrics Tarrit Works With
Across its shirt collections, Tarrit uses these fabrics. They are a good guide to the qualities you can look for when choosing fabric for your made-to-measure shirt:
| Fabric | What It Is (as described on Tarrit's shirts) | Feel |
|---|---|---|
| Giza cotton | 100% Giza cotton, long-staple fibre | Smooth, breathable, crisp |
| Tencel | 100% Tencel, which "breathes through a long day without clinging" | Fluid, soft drape |
| Microfibre | Engineered microfibre | Smooth, clean finish |
See these fabrics in our ready-to-wear ranges: Giza cotton shirts, Tencel shirts and microfibre shirts. At your appointment, ask which are currently offered for made to measure.
Which Fabric Is Best for a Made-to-Measure Office Shirt?
For office wear, a long-staple cotton such as Giza cotton is a strong choice. It is breathable, absorbs sweat and looks crisp under a blazer, which suits long days that move between outdoor heat and air-conditioning. Choose a solid, fine stripe or subtle check for meetings.
For more on office fabrics, read which formal shirt fabric is best for all-day office comfort in India.
Which Fabric Is Best for Summer in India?
Breathable natural fabrics are best for Indian summers. Cotton absorbs sweat and lets air through, and Tencel is known for breathing through a long day without clinging. For peak heat, choose lighter colours and finer weaves, which feel cooler than dense, heavy fabrics.
Which Fabric Should You Choose for a Wedding or Evening Shirt?
For weddings and evenings, choose a fabric with richness and texture. Woven jacquards in Giza cotton, with the pattern woven into the cloth rather than printed, carry the room at celebrations and dinners. Darker shades and textured weaves also move easily from day to night.
Planning a wedding shirt? Read should a groom get his wedding shirt made to measure?
Choosing Fabric by Occasion: A Quick Guide
| Occasion | Look For | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Office and meetings | Long-staple cotton in solids, fine stripes or subtle checks | Breathable, crisp, professional |
| Summer and long days | Breathable natural fibres in lighter colours | Cooler and more comfortable in heat |
| Weddings and celebrations | Textured or jacquard weaves | Richness and presence for the occasion |
| Evenings and dinners | Darker shades and textured fabrics | Move easily from day to night |
Does Fabric Choice Affect How a Made-to-Measure Shirt Fits and Feels?
Yes. Fabric changes how a shirt drapes and moves. A crisp cotton holds a sharper line, while a fluid fabric like Tencel drapes more softly over the body. That is why fabric is chosen first in Tarrit's process, before your fit, collar, cuffs and placket are decided.
How to Choose Your Fabric at the Appointment: 5 Steps
- Start with the occasion: office, summer, wedding or evening.
- Think about the season you will wear it most.
- Feel the options for texture, weight and drape.
- Check the colour in natural light near a window if you can.
- Ask the team which fabric suits the fit and details you have in mind.
Common Mistakes When Choosing Fabric
- Choosing by colour alone and ignoring how the fabric feels in heat.
- Picking a heavy, textured fabric for daily summer wear.
- Choosing a very lightweight fabric for formal occasions that need structure.
- Not asking questions. The team can explain how each fabric wears and washes.
What Our Tiruppur Team Recommends
For a first made-to-measure shirt, we usually suggest a versatile fabric you will wear often, such as a breathable cotton in white, ivory or a soft blue. It shows how much the right fit changes a shirt. Customers most often come back for a second shirt in a richer fabric for weddings or evenings.
We've found that letting customers feel two or three fabrics side by side makes the decision easy, because the difference in hand-feel is obvious in person.
Written by the Tarrit team, Tiruppur.
Ready to Choose Your Fabric?
Visit the Tarrit Flagship Store at 278 Bungalow Stop, Avinashi–Tiruppur Road, opposite RK Residency, Tiruppur. Made to measure is by appointment only, so book your appointment online. Read how to book a made-to-measure appointment at Tarrit, or explore tailored shirts in Tiruppur: inside Tarrit's made-to-measure studio.
Conclusion
Tarrit's made to measure shirt fabrics come from a curated range selected for comfort, durability and suitability to season and use, and you choose them in person in Tiruppur. Start with the occasion and season, feel the options, and let the team guide you. The right fabric, cut to your measurements, makes a shirt you will reach for again and again.
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Last updated: October 2026
FAQ
Which fabrics can I choose for a Tarrit made-to-measure shirt?
You choose from Tarrit's curated range of premium fabrics, selected for comfort, durability and suitability to season and use. Confirm the current range at your appointment in Tiruppur.
Can I see the fabrics before choosing?
Yes. Fabric selection happens in person at the Tarrit Flagship Store in Tiruppur, so you can see and feel each option.
Which fabric is best for an office shirt?
A breathable long-staple cotton, such as Giza cotton, is a strong choice for office wear because it stays comfortable and looks crisp.
Which fabric is best for summer in India?
Breathable natural fabrics such as cotton, and Tencel, which breathes through a long day without clinging, are best for summer heat.
Which fabric suits a wedding or evening shirt?
Textured or woven jacquard fabrics in richer or darker shades suit weddings, celebrations and evenings.
Does fabric affect the fit of a made-to-measure shirt?
Yes. Fabric changes how a shirt drapes and moves, which is why it is chosen first, before fit and details.