Knit Piqué

Knit piqué has a fine raised texture and is widely used for polo shirts. The knitted structure creates the texture, and the yarn can be cotton, a blend, or synthetic.

How It Works

A typical single piqué is made on a circular knitting machine using a sequence of knit and tuck stitches. Tuck stitches create the small changes in height that form the texture. Different piqué constructions produce different patterns and spacing.

Uses and Benefits

Piqué adds dimension compared with a smooth jersey. For polos, uniforms, and active casualwear, mills can vary weight and gauge to balance body with next-to-skin comfort.

Limitations

A pebbled surface may have few visible holes, and air permeability depends on density and finishing. Check shrinkage, skew, and pilling on the actual garment or fabric. In English, piqué can also refer to a raised woven construction.

What to Check

Write knit piqué on the spec and confirm composition, weight, stitch structure, and which side faces out. Check garment dimensions, flatness, and texture after laundering. Specify pilling or air permeability testing when the end use warrants it.