Indigo knit fabric is knitted from yarn that was rope-dyed with indigo before knitting, so it looks and fades like authentic denim while keeping the comfort and stretch of a knit. Indigo Tunel has brought indigo into global brands’ knit collections for more than ten years.
Knit range
| Indigo single jersey | Tees, tops, lightweight layers |
| Interlock and doubleface | Heavier tops and structured pieces |
| Jacquard knit | Patterned and textured knits |
| 3-ply fleece | Jeggings, hoodies, activewear |
| Specially textured knits | Seasonal developments |
Why indigo knits
- The authentic denim look with the comfort of a knitted structure
- Real wash-down and fades, because the yarn is ring-dyed on rope, not piece-dyed
- Yarns engineered for knitting tension, from fine single jersey to 3-ply fleece
- A decade of partnerships bringing indigo into global brands’ knit collections
From yarn to fabric
Indigo Tunel dyes the yarn in its own plant in Adana and develops its knit collections from it, so shade, hand feel and wash-down are controlled from the first dip to the finished fabric. Mills and ateliers that knit themselves can buy the same rope-dyed yarn.
Frequently asked questions
Does indigo knit fabric fade like denim?
Yes. The yarn is ring-dyed on rope, so the surface colour wears to the white core exactly as in woven denim, giving knits the same whiskers and fades.
Can we buy the yarn and knit it ourselves?
Yes. Rope-dyed indigo yarn is available by the count and shade group you need, and we advise on knitting it.
Which structures do you produce?
Single jersey, interlock, doubleface, jacquard, 3-ply fleece and specially textured knits.
Can the knits be certified organic or recycled?
On request, with certified yarn under our GOTS, OCS, GRS or RCS certificates.
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