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A guide to choosing the right cotton weave when the mercury refuses to budge.
“In a country where summers routinely touch 45°C, what you wear isn’t just a style choice, it’s a survival strategy.”
IN THIS GUIDE
• What is COT 60 fabric and how is it made?
• What is COT 40 fabric and how is it made?
• Side-by-side comparison: summer scorecard
• Which one is right for Indian summers?
• How The Good Artisan chooses its fabrics
First, Let’s Talk About Thread Count
Before we pit these two fabrics against each other, here’s a quick primer. In fabric terminology, the number after ‘COT’ refers to the yarn count, essentially how fine or thick the thread is. A higher count means finer yarn, which results in lighter, softer, and more breathable fabric. A lower count means thicker yarn, producing something more textured and sturdy. Both have their strengths. Both have their season.
Where Do These Fabrics Come From?
Both COT 40 and COT 60 are varieties of 100% cotton, one of India’s most beloved and historically significant textiles. Cotton cultivation has been part of the subcontinent for over 5,000 years, and for good reason. It breathes, softens with every wash, and handles the punishing Indian heat better than almost any synthetic alternative. The difference between the two lies entirely in the spinning process: finer spinning produces thinner, longer threads (higher count), while coarser spinning yields thicker, sturdier ones (lower count).
“At The Good Artisan, we believe the fabric is where the story begins. Every thread we choose carries a responsibility.”
The Good Artisan’s Fabric Philosophy
We don’t choose our fabrics for aesthetics alone. At The Good Artisan, every fabric decision starts with a question: will this serve the person wearing it, and will it serve the planet? Our small-batch production model means we have the luxury of being intentional, sourcing plant-based materials that are kind to skin, kind to the environment, and crafted to last beyond a single season.
The Indian Summer Problem
India doesn’t do summer quietly. From the scorching plains of Rajasthan touching 48°C to the humid coastal cities where 38°C feels like standing inside a pressure cooker, dressing for Indian summers is an act of endurance. Your fabric choice isn’t a minor detail. It’s the difference between feeling human and feeling like you’ve been slow-cooked by noon.
COT 60 vs COT 40: The Summer Scorecard
So, Which One Should You Choose?
The honest answer: it depends on your life. Here’s a simple guide to help you decide.
Can You Have Both? Absolutely.
The smartest summer wardrobe isn’t COT 60 or COT 40, it’s both. COT 60 for the days you need to show up and look effortless at a family function; COT 40 for the days you’re running errands in the Jaipur heat and need something that can keep up with your life. Think of them as two instruments in the same orchestra, each playing its part, each essential.
How The Good Artisan Chooses Its Fabrics
Our process begins with asking what this garment needs to do for the person who wears it. We use COT 60 for our more structured, occasion-ready pieces, where the fabric’s drape and softness become part of the design. COT 40 forms the backbone of our everyday line, built for real life and honest wear. Both are plant-based, ethically sourced, and produced in small batches so nothing goes to waste.
Fabric is a form of care.
The Good Artisan: small batches, real materials, honest fashion.
