Woven vs Printed Label: Which Is Better for My Garments?
Woven vs Printed Label
Many brands struggle when making clothing: should they use woven labels or printed labels?
Choosing the right label directly affects brand texture, wearing comfort, durability, and cost. Below is a clear explanation of the differences to help you make a quick decision.
What Is a Woven Label?
A woven label is directly woven from yarn, with patterns and text integrated as part of the fabric, featuring a premium feel and strong durability.
• High-density woven labels have clear text and exquisite details.
• Low-density woven labels have a strong textured appearance, suitable for simple logos.
Due to the weaving process, the label is washing-resistant, fade-resistant, and crack-resistant, with a lifespan longer than that of the garment.
Limitations of Woven Labels
Suitable for simple logos and solid-color designs; complex gradients and extremely small text perform moderately. The more colors used, the higher the cost.
Common Folding Methods
Woven labels can be flat cut, center folded, end folded, angle folded, etc. Different styles are used for different positions.
What Is a Printed Label?
A printed label applies ink patterns onto fabrics such as satin ribbon or cotton tape. Common techniques include heat transfer, screen printing, and digital printing.
Advantages of Printed Labels
• Strong detail performance: supports gradients, illustrations, small fonts, and multi-color complex patterns
• Soft touch: lightweight and smooth, non-irritating against the skin
• Low cost: more cost-effective for multi-color designs
Disadvantages of Printed Labels
The ink sits on the fabric surface and may wear off after repeated washing and friction, resulting in lower durability than woven labels.
Comparison Between Woven and Printed Labels
• Texture: Woven labels are more premium and textured; printed labels are smoother and refined
• Detail: Woven labels suit simple patterns; printed labels suit complex designs
• Durability: Woven labels are far more durable
• Cost: Printed labels have a lower unit price
• MOQ: Both support small-batch customization
When to Choose Woven Labels?
• For a high-end brand image
• When the logo is simple with few colors
• For wear-resistant applications such as denim, outdoor wear, and luggage
• For exposed brand logos
When to Choose Printed Labels?
• For complex designs with gradients or illustrations
• For close-fitting garments such as baby clothes, underwear, and sleepwear
• For care labels and composition labels
• When pursuing cost-effectiveness and fast delivery
Can Both Be Used Together?
Yes, and it is very common.
Generally, woven labels are used as main labels to display the brand logo, while printed labels are used as care labels to print composition and washing instructions.
Professional Advice & Cooperation
If you are still unsure, you can consult LIJIE directly.
We have years of experience in custom clothing labels and can provide the most suitable solution based on your style, fabric, and budget.
LIJIE Supports:
• One-stop customization of woven labels & printed labels
• MOQ: 1000 pieces, unit price starting from 0.05$
• Fast delivery, stable quality, high cost-performance ratio
If you want high-quality clothing labels that match your brand, welcome to contact LIJIE for quotation and sampling.
