# Madras Checks Fabric

> Madras checks is a colorful cotton fabric with a plaid pattern, originating in Chennai, India. It is yarn-dyed before weaving, lightweight and breathable, and mainly used for shirts and summer clothing.

**Wikidata**: [Q137102034](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q137102034)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madras_(cloth))  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/madras-checks-fabric


## References

1. Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles