Knit structure
Ponte di Roma
Ponte is a firm double knit with a subtle horizontal rib.
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Open the interactive guide ↗How it is made
Its repeat combines interlock knitting with courses worked on each needle set separately. This produces a compact fabric with similar faces.
How to recognize it
Look for fine crosswise lines on a smooth, substantial knit.
Common uses
- Trousers
- Jackets
- Structured dresses
What to distinguish
Ponte is a knit, even when tailored like woven cloth.
Sources & further reading
Research checked 2026-09-27. Descriptions are original summaries; references support terminology and construction, not every product sold under a name.