Which weave describes Bengaline?

Which weave describes Bengaline?

• A. Filament warp / spun filling
• B. Piece dyed (union)
• C. 68% acetate warp / 32% rayon filling
• D. Unbalanced plain weave

Answer: (D)

Bengaline’s look comes from its weave structure, specifically an unbalanced plain weave. When the warp and weft counts per inch differ, the fabric develops a noticeable rib or ridge along its length. This imbalance creates the characteristic textured surface of Bengaline. The other options describe yarn types, dye methods, or fiber composition, none of which define how the threads interlace to form the fabric’s ribbed effect.

Bengaline’s look comes from its weave structure, specifically an unbalanced plain weave. When the warp and weft counts per inch differ, the fabric develops a noticeable rib or ridge along its length. This imbalance creates the characteristic textured surface of Bengaline. The other options describe yarn types, dye methods, or fiber composition, none of which define how the threads interlace to form the fabric’s ribbed effect.