Runtang Textile supplies velour knit fabrics for dresses, sweatshirts, joggers, track jackets and loungewear. Choose polyester/spandex stretch velour or heavier polyester/cotton/spandex velour, both with a short, dense pile. Stock orders start at 1 roll (~23 kg) per colour; custom colours start at 200 kg per colour.
Velour knit fabrics are supplied on request, backed by a library of 25 options. Send us the composition, weight and width you need, and we will confirm the closest options.
Looking for More Velour Knit Options?
Our fabric library includes 25 velour knit options. Contact us for more compositions, weights and colours for your collection.
Velour knit fabric has a short, dense pile on its face that gives a soft, velvety hand and a sheen that changes with the light. An extra pile yarn is knitted in as loops, which are then cut and sheared to an even height. Our library holds 25 velour qualities weighing 180–450 GSM, mostly 300–380 GSM. Lighter polyester/spandex stretch velour serves dresses, trousers and track jackets, while heavier polyester/cotton/spandex velour serves sweatshirts and joggers. Like any pile fabric, velour shows shade differences if pieces are cut in different directions, and the pile can crush under heat and pressure, so cut one way and press with care.
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Velour Knit Fabrics by Composition
Two blends cover most of our range: polyester/spandex for stretch dress weights and polyester/cotton/spandex for heavier sweat weights.
Fabric type
Fabric examples
Apparel applications
Polyester/spandex stretch velour
180–390 GSM, such as SR17005 (95% polyester / 5% spandex) at 320 GSM
Dresses, trousers, track jackets and skirts
Polyester/cotton/spandex velour
300–420 GSM, such as KF765-360G (60% polyester / 35% cotton / 5% spandex) at 360 GSM
Sweatshirts, joggers and thermal tops
100% polyester and other blends
280–450 GSM, such as P4330 (89% polyester / 7% viscose / 4% spandex) at 380 GSM
Thermal tops, joggers and outerwear
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Velour Knit Weights for Your Collection
Choose 240–300 GSM stretch velour for track jackets, 245–350 GSM for dresses, 250–350 GSM for trousers, 275–310 GSM for skirts, around 350 GSM for loungewear, and 355–395 GSM polyester/cotton/spandex velour for sweatshirts and joggers.
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Velour Knit vs Chenille Knit and Fleece Knit
Velour, chenille and fleece are all chosen for a soft, plush hand; the pile is made differently in each.
Xiwen Zhang, our co-founder and CEO, recommends these velour weights for the plush, light-catching pieces where a soft pile sells the look, drawing on our knit fabric experience since 2009.
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THE MAIN VELOUR USE
Stretch Velour Dresses
Weight
245–350 GSM
Composition
Polyester/spandex
Hand feel
Plush, smooth and stretchy
Choose 245–350 GSM polyester/spandex velour for bodycon, wrap and party dresses. Dresses are one of the two most common uses for velour in our library, and the stretch lets a fitted dress move with the body.Read moreRead less — Stretch Velour Dresses+
Choose 245–350 GSM polyester/spandex velour for bodycon, wrap and party dresses. Dresses are one of the two most common uses for velour in our library, and the stretch lets a fitted dress move with the body.
A HEAVIER PILE FOR SWEAT SETS
Velour Sweatshirts & Joggers
Weight
355–395 GSM
Composition
Polyester/cotton/spandex
Hand feel
Dense, soft and warm
For sweatshirts, hoodies and joggers, start with 355–395 GSM polyester/cotton/spandex velour. The cotton softens the hand, and the extra weight gives a sweat set a fuller, warmer drape than dress-weight velour.Read moreRead less — Velour Sweatshirts & Joggers+
For sweatshirts, hoodies and joggers, start with 355–395 GSM polyester/cotton/spandex velour. The cotton softens the hand, and the extra weight gives a sweat set a fuller, warmer drape than dress-weight velour.
PLUSH COMFORT WITH A CLEAN LINE
Velour Trousers & Track Pants
Weight
250–350 GSM
Composition
Polyester/spandex
Hand feel
Soft, smooth and stretchy
250–350 GSM stretch velour works well for flared trousers and track pants. The short pile keeps the leg sleek rather than bulky, and the spandex helps the waistband recover.Read moreRead less — Velour Trousers & Track Pants+
250–350 GSM stretch velour works well for flared trousers and track pants. The short pile keeps the leg sleek rather than bulky, and the spandex helps the waistband recover.
THE MATCHING TOP
Velour Track Jackets
Weight
240–300 GSM
Composition
Polyester/spandex
Hand feel
Soft, with a fluid sheen
For zip track jackets and tracksuit tops, choose 240–300 GSM stretch velour, ideally from the same quality as the matching pants. Cut every piece in one pile direction so the set matches in shade.Read moreRead less — Velour Track Jackets+
For zip track jackets and tracksuit tops, choose 240–300 GSM stretch velour, ideally from the same quality as the matching pants. Cut every piece in one pile direction so the set matches in shade.
EVENING SHEEN, EASY WEAR
Velour Skirts
Weight
275–310 GSM
Composition
Polyester/spandex
Hand feel
Plush and fluid
Choose 275–310 GSM stretch velour for slip, pencil and midi skirts. The pile catches the light as the skirt moves, giving a simple shape an evening look.Read moreRead less — Velour Skirts+
Choose 275–310 GSM stretch velour for slip, pencil and midi skirts. The pile catches the light as the skirt moves, giving a simple shape an evening look.
PLUSH FOR THE SOFA
Velour Loungewear
Weight
Around 350 GSM
Composition
Polyester/spandex
Hand feel
Plush, warm and soft
Around 350 GSM velour suits lounge sets and robes. The heavier pile feels warm and cosy, and polyester/spandex keeps the set easy to wash and quick to dry.Read moreRead less — Velour Loungewear+
Around 350 GSM velour suits lounge sets and robes. The heavier pile feels warm and cosy, and polyester/spandex keeps the set easy to wash and quick to dry.
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Velour Knit Fabric FAQs
Is velour the same as velvet?
They look similar, but velour is a knit with a cut pile, so it stretches, while velvet is traditionally woven. Our velour qualities are knits in polyester blends, most with spandex.
Is all velour made from cotton?
No. Velour can be cotton, but our velour qualities are polyester-based: polyester/spandex for stretch dress weights and polyester/cotton/spandex for heavier sweatshirt weights, which keeps the pile bright and quick to dry.
Which velour weight should I choose for dresses?
Choose 245–350 GSM stretch velour. Go lighter for a draped or wrap dress and heavier for a bodycon shape that should smooth the line.
Which tests matter for velour?
Pile direction affects shade and test results, so specimens are cut in the production direction. Polyester/spandex stretch velour for dresses and track sets needs rubbing fastness on dark shades and shrinkage; the heavier polyester/cotton/spandex velour for sweatshirts adds pilling with the revolutions stated.
What is the minimum order quantity for velour knit fabric?
Stock fabric orders start at 1 roll (~23 kg) per colour. Custom-colour orders start at 200 kg per colour.
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