What is terry cloth or towelling fabric? Is it used in Indian garments?

Terry cloth (also called towelling fabric) is a looped pile fabric where yarn loops on the surface create a highly absorbent texture. Most commonly associated with bath towels and bathrobes, it has found a niche in casual Indian fashion too.

Uses in Indian garments and wholesale:

• Bathrobes: Hotels, spas, and gifting — wholesale bathrobes are a growing export category
• Terry cloth kurtis and co-ord sets: A recent trend in casual home-wear and beach-resort wear — terry fabric co-ords have been trending in D2C and Instagram boutique segments
• Towels: A large wholesale and export category for Surat and Karur (Tamil Nadu)
• Baby products: Terry cloth bibs, wraps, and hooded towels are steady wholesale sellers

Fabric types: Cotton terry (most absorbent), poly-cotton terry (durable, quicker dry), micro-cotton terry (softer, premium).

Wholesale price: Terry cloth fabric ₹120–₹350 per meter. Ready-made bathrobe ₹400–₹1,200 wholesale.