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Dress Fabric

Dress fabric is essential for creating the perfect look for your project. Dressmaking fabric comes in a varied selection of weights, constructions and styles, which you can understand more from our dress fabric online guide. Dress making fabric is an ideal clothing fabric for dresses, skirts, and blouses. Dress material comes in a variety of materials such as cotton, silk, and polyester, and in different weights and textures to suit different garment styles.

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Cotton-Linen 6.7 oz PGT Max Width: 1.38m Cotton-Linen 6.7 oz PGT From $23.98
Silk Sensation (poly) 2.65 oz Max Width: 1.4m Silk Sensation (poly) 2.65 oz From $23.98
Pure Poplin Organic Cotton 148gsm Max Width: 1.49m Pure Poplin Organic Cotton 148gsm From $23.98
Cotton Twill 6.28oz Max Width: 1.45m Cotton Twill 6.28oz From $23.98
Blossom Lace 1.03 oz Max Width: 1.51m Blossom Lace 1.03 oz From $23.98
Poly Georgette 1.92 oz  Max Width: 1.45m Poly Georgette 1.92 oz From $23.98
Organza 1.2 oz  Max Width: 1.39m Organza 1.2 oz From $23.98
Lucent Satin 3.54 oz Max Width: 1.38m Lucent Satin 3.54 oz From $23.98
Paris Chiffon (poly) 1.18 oz Max Width: 1.37m Paris Chiffon (poly) 1.18 oz From $23.98
Soft Velvet 8.2oz Max Width: 1.42m Soft Velvet 8.2oz From $23.98
Deluxe Organic Cotton Satin 3.83oz Max Width: 1.55m Deluxe Organic Cotton Satin 3.83oz From $24.98
Real 100% Silk Satin 2.5oz Max Width: 1.36m Real 100% Silk Satin 2.5oz From $61
Breathable Waterproof 4.6 oz Max Width: 1.45m Breathable Waterproof 4.6 oz From $23.98
Classic Cotton Satin 5.07 oz Max Width: 1.49m Classic Cotton Satin 5.07 oz From $23.98
Duchess Satin 4.1 oz  Max Width: 1.44m Duchess Satin 4.1 oz From $23.98
Real 100% Silk Twill 1.59oz Max Width: 1.25m Real 100% Silk Twill 1.59oz From $55
Monroe Satin 4.7 oz Max Width: 1.46m Monroe Satin 4.7 oz From $23.98
Crushed Velour 7.23 oz Max Width: 1.35m Crushed Velour 7.23 oz From $23.98
Bull Denim 12oz Max Width: 1.48m Bull Denim 12oz From $23.98
Rustique Calico Organic Cotton 148gsm Max Width: 1.47m Rustique Calico Organic Cotton 148gsm From $23.98
New Janice Poplin Organic Cotton 3.98 oz Washed Max Width: 1.41m New Janice Poplin Organic Cotton 3.98 oz Washed From $24.98
Silk Impression (poly) 1.21 oz Max Width: 1.39m Silk Impression (poly) 1.21 oz From $23.98
Silhouette Cotton Sateen 3.69 oz Max Width: 1.74m Silhouette Cotton Sateen 3.69 oz From $24.98
Mulmul Soft Muslin (poly) 1.62 oz Max Width: 1.29m Mulmul Soft Muslin (poly) 1.62 oz From $23.98
10oz Denim 8.85oz Max Width: 1.47m 10oz Denim 8.85oz From $23.98
Lino 100% Linen Plain Weave 4.22 oz Max Width: 1.39m Lino 100% Linen Plain Weave 4.22 oz From $39.50
Cotton Calico Organic 4.48oz PGT Max Width: 1.47m Cotton Calico Organic 4.48oz PGT From $23.98
Cotton Drill Organic 7.52oz Max Width: 1.49m Cotton Drill Organic 7.52oz From $23.98
Pima Lawn 100% Cotton 2.21 oz PGT Max Width: 1.46m Pima Lawn 100% Cotton 2.21 oz PGT From $23.98
 Slinky Lycra Matte 6.2 oz Max Width: 1.53m Slinky Lycra Matte 6.2 oz From $23.98
Florence Net 1.8 oz  Max Width: 1.34m Florence Net 1.8 oz From $23.98
Chelsea Tencel Twill 185gsm Max Width: 1.4m Chelsea Tencel Twill 185gsm From $24.98
Polar Fleece 6.5 oz Max Width: 1.55m Polar Fleece 6.5 oz From $23.98
Lycra Heavy Matte 7.4 oz Max Width: 1.45m Lycra Heavy Matte 7.4 oz From $23.98
Fine wove Linen Cotton 2.65oz Max Width: 1.35m Fine wove Linen Cotton 2.65oz From $37.50
Bounce Cotton Jersey 5.3 oz Max Width: 1.51m Bounce Cotton Jersey 5.3 oz From $24.98
Scuba 8.1 oz Max Width: 1.42m Scuba 8.1 oz From $23.98
Real Silk Georgette 1.5 oz Max Width: 1.41m Real Silk Georgette 1.5 oz From $55
Solange Silky Jersey 6.34oz Max Width: 1.42m Solange Silky Jersey 6.34oz From $23.98
Flex Sport Lycra 6.5 oz Max Width: 1.45m Flex Sport Lycra 6.5 oz From $23.98
Nero Ponte 300gsm Max Width: 1.55m Nero Ponte 300gsm From $23.98
Slub Jersey 4.13oz Max Width: 1.49m Slub Jersey 4.13oz From $23.98
Taffeta 2.65 oz  Max Width: 1.43m Taffeta 2.65 oz From $23.98
Looped Back Sweat Jersey 7.37 oz Max Width: 1.44m Looped Back Sweat Jersey 7.37 oz From $23.98
Mulayam 100% Cotton Mulmul 1.74oz Max Width: 1.05m Mulayam 100% Cotton Mulmul 1.74oz From $24.98
Bermondsey Twill Recycled 3.83oz Max Width: 1.45m Bermondsey Twill Recycled 3.83oz From $23.98
Nautica 5.1 oz  Max Width: 1.46m Nautica 5.1 oz From $23.98
Lycra Soft Sheen 4.7 oz  Max Width: 1.43m Lycra Soft Sheen 4.7 oz From $23.98
Heavy Brushed Sweat Jersey 7.67 oz Max Width: 1.53m Heavy Brushed Sweat Jersey 7.67 oz From $23.98
Rox Sports Jersey 7.37oz Max Width: 1.49m Rox Sports Jersey 7.37oz From $23.98
Pima Lawn 100% Cotton washed 2.21 oz Reactive Max Width: 1.45m Pima Lawn 100% Cotton washed 2.21 oz Reactive From $23.98
Real 100% Silk Crepe de Chine 1.77 oz Max Width: 1.37m Real 100% Silk Crepe de Chine 1.77 oz From $55
Cotton Muslin 50gsm Max Width: 1.33m Cotton Muslin 50gsm From $24.98
Ponte Jersey 7.67oz Max Width: 1.39m Ponte Jersey 7.67oz From $23.98
Soft Fashion Jersey 5.90oz Max Width: 1.51m Soft Fashion Jersey 5.90oz From $23.98
Monty Organic Cotton Drill 249gsm Max Width: 1.49m Monty Organic Cotton Drill 249gsm From $23.98
Paramount Brushed Jersey 325gsm	Max Width: 1.35m Paramount Brushed Jersey 325gsm From $24.98
Olivia Organza 100% Silk 0.7 oz  Max Width: 1.46m Olivia Organza 100% Silk 0.7 oz From $55
Quilted Jersey Stretch 7.5 oz Max Width: 1.29m Quilted Jersey Stretch 7.5 oz From $23.98
Ella Waterproof 1.9 oz  Max Width: 1.46m Ella Waterproof 1.9 oz From $23.98
Gaia Eco Woven 100% recycled 7.7 oz Max Width: 1.55m Gaia Eco Woven 100% recycled 7.7 oz From $24.98
Soft Shell Jersey 10.3oz Max Width: 1.43m Soft Shell Jersey 10.3oz From $24.98
Crepe Stretch 5.60oz Max Width: 1.44m Crepe Stretch 5.60oz From $23.98
Butterfly Smooth Crepe 4.42oz Max Width: 1.43m Butterfly Smooth Crepe 4.42oz From $23.98
Olympic Sports Jersey 5.31oz Max Width: 1.43m Olympic Sports Jersey 5.31oz From $23.98
Twill Elegance 2.89oz Max Width: 1.46m Twill Elegance 2.89oz From $23.98
Plush Velvet 7.37 oz Max Width: 1.42m Plush Velvet 7.37 oz From $23.98
Linden Waterproof 3.5 oz Max Width: 1.45m Linden Waterproof 3.5 oz From $23.98
Chenille 9.7 oz  Max Width: 1.45m Chenille 9.7 oz From $23.98
 Lycra Matte  4.13 oz Max Width: 1.35m Lycra Matte 4.13 oz From $23.98
Chain Jersey 7.52 oz  Max Width: 1.31m Chain Jersey 7.52 oz From $23.98
Fashion Crepe 4.42oz Max Width: 1.44m Fashion Crepe 4.42oz From $23.98
Scuba Crepe 8.55 oz Max Width: 1.44m Scuba Crepe 8.55 oz From $23.98
Loose Knit Jersey 5.46oz Max Width: 1.44m Loose Knit Jersey 5.46oz From $23.98
Airflow Light 4.28oz Max Width: 1.45m Airflow Light 4.28oz From $23.98
Tender Terry Towelling 10.32 oz Max Width: 1.5m Tender Terry Towelling 10.32 oz From $23.98
Wool Silk Blend Plain Weave 3.33 oz Max Width: 1.4m Wool Silk Blend Plain Weave 3.33 oz From $55
Lifestyle Recycled Poly Jersey 4.72oz Max Width: 1.56m Lifestyle Recycled Poly Jersey 4.72oz From $23.98
Trooper Nylon Ripstop 1.62oz Max Width: 1.46m Trooper Nylon Ripstop 1.62oz From $24.98
Layla Stretch Cotton Denim 9.59oz Max Width: 1.36m Layla Stretch Cotton Denim 9.59oz From $39.50
Softy Peach Stretch 6.78oz Max Width: 1.42m Softy Peach Stretch 6.78oz From $24.98
Hemp Tencel Plain Weave 3.98oz Max Width: 1.45m Hemp Tencel Plain Weave 3.98oz From $37.50
Diamond Jersey 7.96 oz (reduced to clear) Max Width: 1.35m Diamond Jersey 7.96 oz (reduced to clear) From $14.50
Soft White Nappa Bubble Texture 0.06" Max Width: 0.7m Soft White Nappa Bubble Texture 0.06" From $24.95
Renew Recycled Cotton 195gsm Max Width: 1.49m Renew Recycled Cotton 195gsm From $23.98
Poly Georgette Beige 1.92 oz Max Width: 1.41m Poly Georgette Beige 1.92 oz From $23.98
Soft White Nappa Smooth 0.06" Max Width: 0.7m Soft White Nappa Smooth 0.06" From $24.95
Stiff White Nappa Texture 0.04-0.06" Max Width: 0.7m Stiff White Nappa Texture 0.04-0.06" From $24.95
LuxCuff Heavy Rib 400gsm Max Width: 1.15m LuxCuff Heavy Rib 400gsm From $24.98

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What is dress fabric?

Dress fabric or dress material is a general term for any kind of textile which can be used for making dresses and other kinds of apparel. When choosing dress fabric online, you will be met with a wide selection of options varying in weight, design, construction and styles. There are certain fabrics which are more suited to dressmaking, some which are better for suits and jackets, and others which are best for sportswear or trousers.

Dress fabric is always a popular choice with sewers, and these are some of the more favored dressmaking fabrics:
  • Cotton
  • Jersey
  • Satin
  • Twill
  • Crepe
  • Silk
  • Lycra
  • Poplin
  • Lawn
  • Polycotton

How is it manufactured?

Dressmaking fabric is either knitted or woven and can be constructed from natural and animal fibers, such as cotton, silk, flax, wool or hemp; or synthetic fibers, such as nylon, polyester or acrylic.

Woven fabrics are made up of a weft (the thread going across the width of the fabric) and a warp (the thread going down the length of the loom). There are 3 types of woven fabrics: plain, twill, and satin. Knitted fabrics come as weft-knitted and warp-knitted, and can be knitted by hand or machine.

Purposes of dress fabric

Dress fabric refers to textiles which are most suitable for when it comes to clothes and dressmaking. As there are so many kinds of clothing available, there are also many types of dress material.

It is important to consider the purpose of the dress of clothing you are planning to make. Is it formal? Casual? High-end? Does it need to have any particular functions, such as resistance to water or creases? Does it need to be durable and easy to clean? Every fabric has specific purposes and these need to be researched before a project is started.

Properties

From silk dress fabric for creating stunning, luxurious silk dresses to wedding dress fabric for creating the dress of your dreams, there are many properties for dress material.
  • Cottonvery versatile, woven cotton comes in many different weights, often used for as cotton dress fabric, for shirts, skirts, trousers, jeans and accessories
  • Cotton jersey/knitknitted by machine, very popular for t-shirts and other apparel, stretchy and comfortable
  • Linenvariety of weights, easily creased, often blended with cotton, great for summer clothing
  • Silkluxurious, slippery, glossy face, woven fabric, which can be difficult to sew, used for blouses, dresses and underwear etc.
  • Polyester and poly cotton – synthetic fabric or synthetic and natural blend, generally lightweight, durable and crease resistant, woven, used for all manner of apparel 

Advantages of dress fabric

You can purchase dress fabric online very easily or visit dress fabric shops. If you are unsure of what fabric is right for your project, why not order a selection of test prints or a swatch pack which will give you a better idea of the properties of each one?

The advantages of dressmaking fabric are wide and varied. You have the option of choosing the perfect fabric to suit your occasion, body type and budget. Opt for slinky and comfortable jerseys for all day, easy wear, elegant silks, and satin for a luxe and high-end feel, or even cotton dress fabric for a natural and durable finish.
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