A flocked material and an article of apparel incorporating the flocked
material are disclosed. The flocked material includes a substrate and a
plurality of flocking fibers. The substrate is formed from a
two-dimensional material and has a first surface and an opposite second
surface. The flocking fibers are secured to the second surface. In
addition, the flocking fibers may form a plurality of apertures that
expose at least a portion of the second surface of the substrate. When
incorporated into the article of apparel, the flocking fibers may face
inward to form at least a portion of an interior surface of the article
of apparel. Accordingly, the flocking fibers may be positioned to contact
an individual wearing the article of apparel.