What is the difference between Giza cotton and Supima cotton?

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Giza cotton is premium extra-long staple (ELS) cotton cultivated in the Nile River Valley of Egypt, known for its exceptional softness and strength, while Supima is trademarked American extra-long staple cotton grown exclusively in the USA.

Both represent the pinnacle of luxury cotton fibers used for high-end corporate shirting and premium boutique collections.

Updated 6 November 2026 Share on WhatsApp

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