{"title":"Woven Labels","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat woven labels are\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA woven label is not printed: your logo is built thread by thread on a jacquard loom, so the design is part of the fabric itself. That is why woven labels survive hundreds of wash cycles without fading, cracking or peeling, and why they remain the default choice for neck labels, side-seam brand tabs and logo flags on everything from knitwear to workwear. We weave them in our own production in Bulgaria, on industrial looms run by a team with more than 30 years in garment accessories – so when you ask a technical question, the answer comes from the people who set up your job.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWeave qualities: damask, satin, taffeta\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe weave you choose decides how much detail the label can carry, how it feels against the skin and how it looks on the garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDamask woven labels\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDamask uses fine polyester yarns at a high weft density. The result is a thin, flexible label that reproduces small lettering, fine lines and detailed logos very cleanly. It is our recommendation for most fashion neck labels. A \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-definition damask\u003c\/strong\u003e variant uses even finer weft yarns for micro text (around 1 mm cap height) and detailed emblems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSatin woven labels\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSatin weaving floats the yarns on the surface, giving a glossy, smooth face and a very soft hand. It suits lingerie, baby wear, eveningwear and premium shirts. The trade-off is slightly less sharpness on very small details than damask.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTaffeta woven labels\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaffeta is a lower-density, crisp weave and the most economical option. It works well for simple logos, text-only labels and large volumes where detail is not critical, such as basics or promotional textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCotton-look and special yarns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a natural, matte look we can weave with cotton-look polyester or recycled polyester yarns, and add metallic accents to a design. Ask us which combination fits your colours and budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eColours and design limits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach colour in a woven label is a separate weft yarn, so colours are counted, not printed. As a guide, a damask label typically carries the background plus up to 7–8 colours; satin and taffeta work best with fewer. We match yarns to your Pantone references as closely as the yarn range allows – woven colours always read slightly differently from print, which is why we recommend checking a physical sample. Gradients and photo effects cannot be woven; our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/express-label-design\"\u003eexpress label design\u003c\/a\u003e team will simplify artwork so it weaves cleanly, with a digital proof typically within 24–48 h.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSizes and fold types\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWoven labels are woven on wide looms and then cut and folded. The tables below show typical sizes we produce; custom widths and lengths are possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"et-tablewrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"et-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWidth (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical lengths (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMini logo flags, small accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–70\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSide-seam tabs, loop-fold logo tags\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeck labels for T-shirts and knitwear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard neck labels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–35\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJackets, coats, outerwear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40–60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60–120\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBags, home textiles, large brand labels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"et-tablewrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"et-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFold type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHow it works\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExample finished size (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraight \/ flat cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo fold; sewn on all four sides or at the ends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 × 50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd fold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoth ends folded under (approx. 7 mm each) for a neat, sewn-in edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 × 50 (cut length approx. 64)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentre fold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFolded in half and sewn into a seam; front and back usable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 × 50 (cut length 100 + seam allowance)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoop fold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFolded in half, both ends sewn into a seam as a loop or flag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 × 30 (cut length approx. 70)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMitre fold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnds folded at 45° to form a hanging loop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 × 60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBooklet \/ Manhattan fold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentre fold plus end folds, sewn along one edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 × 50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot sure which fold suits your garment? Read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/label-guide\/label-fold-types-explained\"\u003elabel fold types explained\u003c\/a\u003e or use our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/label-size-guide\"\u003elabel size guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCutting and edges\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow a label is cut matters as much as how it is woven, because the edge is what touches the neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUltrasonic cut\u003c\/strong\u003e – our standard. High-frequency vibration melts and seals the edge, leaving it soft, clean and flat, without the hard bead that causes scratching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat (hot-knife) cut\u003c\/strong\u003e – a heated blade seals the edge. Economical for straight-cut labels, but the edge can be firmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWoven edge (selvedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e – labels woven to width on a needle loom, with a true woven border on the long sides. Very soft and premium; only the ends are cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaser cut\u003c\/strong\u003e – for shaped labels and contours that a straight blade cannot follow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFinishing and attachment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost woven labels are sewn in. Depending on use, we can add a \u003cstrong\u003eback coating\u003c\/strong\u003e that stabilises the label and prevents fraying, an \u003cstrong\u003eiron-on (heat-seal) backing\u003c\/strong\u003e for quick application on finished garments, or an adhesive backing for bags and packaging. A softening finish is available for labels worn directly on the skin. Labels can be delivered cut and folded, ready for the sewing line, or on rolls for automatic cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality, MOQ and lead time\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe work with OEKO-TEX certified yarns and industrial-grade raw materials. The minimum order is usually 1,000 pcs per design. After you approve the proof or sample, production typically takes 10–20 working days, and we deliver across Europe from our EU base in Bulgaria – no customs inside the EU. If a launch date is tight, mention it in the quote form and we will check express options. Physical samples are available before production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eComparing techniques? See \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/label-guide\/woven-vs-printed-labels\"\u003ewoven vs printed labels\u003c\/a\u003e, or combine your brand label with matching \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/care-labels\"\u003ecare labels\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/size-labels\"\u003esize labels\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also browse our Labels 2026 catalogue on the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/catalogues\"\u003ecatalogues page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecycled options (GRS)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDamask, satin and taffeta labels can be woven from recycled polyester (rPET) yarn spun from recycled PET. Strength, colour fastness and wash durability match virgin polyester; the main differences are a defined yarn colour programme and slightly warmer optical whites, which you see on the sample. We are certified to the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) as well as OEKO-TEX, so a recycled version is produced on the same equipment in Bulgaria, to the same quality, and can be documented: we supply our scope certificate and, if your supply chain is certified, a transaction certificate for your shipment. Mention it in your quote request. Read more on \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/recycled-grs-labels\"\u003erecycled and GRS-certified labels\u003c\/a\u003e, or compare all bases in our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/label-materials\"\u003elabel materials guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"et-cta\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSend us your logo, the size and the fold you have in mind – we will reply with a proof and a price. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eRequest a quote\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"et-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between damask, satin and taffeta woven labels?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eDamask is woven with fine yarns at high density and shows the most detail. Satin has a glossy surface and a very soft feel, with slightly less fine detail. Taffeta is a crisper, lower-density weave and the most economical choice for simple logos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow many colours can a woven label have?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach colour is a separate yarn. A damask label typically carries the background plus up to 7 to 8 colours; satin and taffeta work best with fewer. Gradients and photographic effects cannot be woven.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the minimum order for custom woven labels?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe minimum order is usually 1,000 pieces per design. Production typically takes 10 to 20 working days after proof or sample approval.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill woven labels scratch the skin?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe cut woven labels ultrasonically as standard, which seals the edges soft and flat. For labels worn directly against the skin we can also add a softening finish or use a woven edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I get a sample before ordering?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Physical samples are available before production, and a digital proof is typically ready within 24 to 48 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/7106\/0089\/collections\/etiketi-woven-labels.webp?v=1792844738","url":"https:\/\/etiketi.eu\/collections\/woven-labels.oembed","provider":"Etiketi.eu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}