Fabric comparison
Bloom Skort is the double-layer muslin cotton we use for Epic's skort, and it sits right alongside the single-layer muslin cotton pants many other baby brands sell. Both start from the same idea: cotton woven in a loose, open weave that breathes well and dries fast. The real differences come down to what one extra layer of that weave does to weight, feel, and how the fabric holds up over time.
By Vanessa & Bob, Epic in Bali · Updated 4 September 2026
| Bloom Skort | Muslin Cotton Pants | |
|---|---|---|
| Fabric and construction | Bloom Skort is Epic's double-layer muslin cotton, two loosely woven layers stitched together and finished with flat seams. | Generic muslin cotton pants are usually a single layer of the same loose weave, sewn like any regular pair of pants. |
| Breathability | The open weave lets air move through, and the second layer adds a bit more coverage without turning the fabric heavy. | A single layer of muslin breathes just as well, sometimes even more, since there's only one layer of weave for air to pass through. |
| Weight and feel | Two layers make Bloom Skort a touch heavier in the hand than a single layer, but it still moves and drapes softly against skin. | Single-layer muslin pants are lighter and feel airier, which some parents prefer in the hottest months. |
| Hot-weather performance | The double layer still lets air through and dries quickly after a wash or a spill, so it holds up fine in heat and humidity. | With less fabric between skin and air, single-layer muslin pants can feel even cooler on the hottest days. |
| Softness and durability | Epic pre-washes every Bloom Skort so it's soft from the first wear, and the two layers add a little more resistance to everyday wear like crawling or sitting on rough ground. | Plain muslin cotton pants soften with every wash too, but a single layer can wear thin faster in high-friction spots like knees, unless the maker reinforces those seams. |
| Best for | Toddlers who are crawling or sitting on rough surfaces often, where the extra layer helps the fabric last longer. | Warm climates or quiet indoor days, where lightness matters more than extra durability. |
Choose Bloom Skort if you want Epic's double-layer muslin cotton, pre-washed soft and built to handle an active toddler's day.
Choose Muslin Cotton Pants if you want the lightest possible single layer of breathable cotton for hot weather or calm indoor wear.