Fabric Abbreviations

We've created a European fibre abbreviation chart with explanation to simplify your shopping experience with us. This chart lists abbreviations and their corresponding fibres so you can make the best choice.
 
Fabric Abbreviation Full Form
AC Acetate
AF Other Fibres
CA Acetate
CMD Modal
CO Cotton
CTA Triacetate
CU Cupro
CUP Cupro
CV Viscose (Rayon)
EA Elastane
EL Elastane
HL Cotton/Linen Blend
LI Flax/Linen
MA Modacrylic
MO Modal (Modal Cotton)
ME Metallic Fibre
NY Nylon
PA Nylon/Polyamid
PE Polyethylene
PES Polyester
PC Acrylic
PL Polyester
PM Metallised Polyester
PU Polyurethane Fibre
RA Ramie
SE Silk
TA Triacetate
VI Viscose (Rayon)
VY Vinyl
WA Angora
WB Beaver
WG Vicuña
WK Camelhair
WL Llama
WM Mohair
WO Wool
WP Alpaca
WS Cashmere
WU Guanaco
WV Virgin Wool
WY Yak

 

Here are explanations for the fabric abbreviations:

  • AC: Acetate - a synthetic fabric that is often used for linings and as a substitute for silk.

  • AF: Other Fibres - a generic abbreviation that can refer to any fibers other than the main fiber(s) used in a fabric.

  • CA: Acetate - a synthetic fabric that is often used for linings and as a substitute for silk.

  • CMD: Modal - a type of rayon made from beech tree fibers, known for its softness and high moisture absorbency.

  • CO: Cotton - a natural fiber that is commonly used in clothing and textiles due to its breathability and softness.

  • CTA: Triacetate - a synthetic fabric that is often used for linings and as a substitute for silk.

  • CU: Cupro - a type of rayon made from cotton linter, known for its silk-like appearance and breathability.

  • CUP: Cupro - a type of rayon made from cotton linter, known for its silk-like appearance and breathability.

  • CV: Viscose (Rayon) - a semi-synthetic fabric made from wood pulp, known for its softness and draping quality.

  • EA: Elastane - a synthetic fiber also known as spandex or lycra, often used in clothing to provide stretch.

  • EL: Elastane - a synthetic fiber also known as spandex or lycra, often used in clothing to provide stretch.

  • HL: Cotton/Linen Blend - a fabric made from a blend of cotton and linen fibers, known for its durability and breathable quality.

  • LI: Flax/Linen - a natural fiber made from the flax plant, known for its strength and absorbency.

  • MA: Modacrylic - a synthetic fiber often used in faux fur and flame-resistant clothing.

  • MO: Modal (Modal Cotton) - a type of rayon made from beech tree fibers, known for its softness and high moisture absorbency.

  • ME: Metallic Fibre - a fiber made from metallic materials, often used in decorative fabrics or trims.

  • NY: Nylon - a synthetic fabric known for its strength and durability.

  • PA: Nylon/Polyamid - a synthetic fabric known for its strength and durability.

  • PE: Polyethylene - a synthetic fiber often used in outdoor clothing for its water-resistant qualities.

  • PES: Polyester - a synthetic fabric known for its durability and wrinkle resistance.

  • PC: Acrylic - a synthetic fiber often used in knitwear and blankets for its softness and warmth.

  • PL: Polyester - a synthetic fabric known for its durability and wrinkle resistance.

  • PM: Metallised Polyester - a type of polyester fabric with a metallic coating, often used in decorative fabrics.

  • PU: Polyurethane Fibre - a synthetic fiber often used in athletic wear and rainwear for its water-resistant qualities.

  • RA: Ramie - a natural fiber similar to linen, known for its strength and resistance to bacteria.

  • SE: Silk - a natural fiber known for its softness, sheen, and draping quality.

  • TA: Triacetate - a synthetic fabric that is often used for linings and as a substitute for silk.

  • VI: Viscose (Rayon) - a semi-synthetic fabric made from wood pulp, known for its softness and draping quality.

  • VY: Vinyl - a synthetic fabric often used in upholstery and rainwear for its water-resistant qualities.

  • WA: Angora - a natural fiber made from the fur of Angora rabbits, known for its softness and warmth.

  • WB: Beaver - a natural fur often used in hats and other cold weather accessories for its warmth and water resistance.

  • WG: Vicuña - a type of wool from the vicuña, a South American relative of the llama, known for its softness and warmth.

  • WK: Camelhair - a natural fiber made from the hair of the camel, known for its softness, warmth, and durability.

  • WL: Llama - a natural fiber made from the hair of the llama, a South American relative of the camel, known for its softness, warmth, and hypoallergenic properties.

  • WM: Mohair - a natural fiber made from the hair of the Angora goat, known for its softness, warmth, and luster.

  • WO: Wool - a natural fiber made from the fleece of sheep, known for its warmth, breathability, and versatility.

  • WP: Alpaca - a natural fiber made from the fleece of the alpaca, a South American relative of the llama, known for its softness, warmth, and hypoallergenic properties.

  • WS: Cashmere - a natural fiber made from the soft undercoat of the Cashmere goat, known for its extreme softness, warmth, and lightness.

  • WU: Guanaco - a natural fiber made from the hair of the guanaco, a South American relative of the llama and alpaca, known for its softness, warmth, and hypoallergenic properties.

  • WV: Virgin Wool - a natural fiber made from the fleece of sheep, which has not been processed or recycled.

  • WY: Yak - a natural fiber made from the hair of the yak, a Himalayan animal related to the cow, known for its softness, warmth, and durability.