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Wenette Schoeman1, Henriëtta de Kock1, Lizette Diedericks1
1Department of Consumer and Food Science, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.
Journal of Texture Studies
|January 23, 2026
Summary
This study developed a lexicon and "Hand-Feel Meter" to describe clothing textile tactile properties. This aids manufacturers in creating products with specific sensory attributes for consumers.
Area of Science:
- Textile Science
- Consumer Behavior
- Sensory Analysis
Background:
- Tactile properties of clothing textiles significantly influence consumer purchasing decisions.
- Objective evaluation methods for fabric hand are crucial for product development and marketing.
- Existing methods lack standardized descriptors for tactile attributes in ready-to-wear garments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a descriptive lexicon for tactile properties of ready-to-wear clothing textiles.
- To analyze and quantify variations in textile tactile attributes.
- To create a practical tool for communicating fabric hand to consumers.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive hand evaluation of 27 ready-to-wear clothing textiles by textile students.
- Development of a descriptive clothing textile tactile attribute (DCTTA) lexicon.
- Principal Component Analysis (PCA) to identify key tactile variation components.
- Development of a 'Hand-Feel Meter' for visual communication of fabric hand.
Main Results:
- Three principal components explained 83.36% of tactile variation among textiles.
- Significant differences in tactile attributes (e.g., stickiness, rigidity, warmth) were identified.
- The DCTTA lexicon successfully contrasted diverse fabric types (e.g., Denim vs. Lycra Knit).
Conclusions:
- The developed lexicon and PCA components provide a robust method for tactile evaluation.
- Simplified dimensions (soft/flowy vs. rough/rigid, crisp/light vs. hairy/thick, smooth/flat vs. irregular/bouncy) aid consumer understanding.
- The 'Hand-Feel Meter' offers a novel approach for visually communicating fabric hand in online retail.
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