Spa bathrobes
Kimono-style piqué robes in cream or sand; embroidery-ready.
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Bath & Spa200 – 350 GSM
Piqué.
Raised-cord textured weave — the signature of spa robes and polo hospitality uniforms.
What it is
Piqué is a medium-weight fabric with a distinctive raised parallel-cord or diamond texture. It has just enough structure to hold shape without looking stiff, which is why it is the default weave for spa robes, polo-style hotel uniforms, and upmarket bedspread panels. The texture also aids moisture management versus plain weaves.
How it’s made
Construction
Classic piqué is woven on a dobby loom where a stuffer warp sits under the face yarns, forced up to create parallel raised ribs. Variants include cord piqué (parallel ribs), waffle piqué (diamond cells), and bird's-eye (tiny diamond pips). Knitted piqué, used for polo shirts, is a weft-knit variant with the same visual identity.
Characteristics
What to expect in the hand
- Raised cord or diamond texture
- Holds structure without stiffness
- Moderate absorbency
- Premium register without ostentation
- Takes embroidery and logo work cleanly
Where it shows up
Hospitality uses.
Hotel polo uniforms
Knitted piqué for F&B, housekeeping, and spa-floor staff.
Spa & Wellness programmeBedspread top panels
Coordinating piqué panels over sateen or percale sheeting.
Bed programmeStrengths
- Visually distinctive without colour
- Wears formally with crisp finishing
- Embroidery and branding show cleanly
- Doesn't shed like velour
Limitations
- Less absorbent than terry for bath-towel use
- Heat pressing can flatten ribs
- Higher price per gram than plain weaves
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