Textile Thursdays: Spring/Summer Fabrics

Educate your clients on fabrics perfect for the warmer months. All fabrics shown are CMT only.

1. High Performance Fabric: Drago Bluefeel is the ultimate versatile fabric. This Super 140’s eco-friendly, untreated wool is excellent for the rainy weather.

The Benefits of Bluefeel:

• Natural stretch
• Stain resistant
• Waterproof
• Crease resistant
• Organic
• Made in Italy

2. Linen: Linen is lightweight and stylish. With linen, wrinkles are desirable because they add character to the fabric. Combine it with different textures for a customized look. See the St. Tropez linen collection from Scabal here.

The Benefits of Linen:

• Light and breathable
• Sophisticated creasing
• Absorbs moisture
• Thin yet durable
• Natural color palette

3. Fresco: Fresco weave fabrics help you stay cool. Designed with a high twist worsted yarn and a porous plain weave, Fresco is breathable and crease-resistant. This fabric is ideal for travel suits, sport jackets, and trousers. Try the Fresco Collection from Gladson here.

The Benefits of Fresco:

• Light and breathable
• 100% wool
• Tailors well
• Variety of solids and patterns
• Different weights available
• Use for formal business wear
• Non-crease alternative to a linen suit

4. Natural Stretch: Natural stretch fabrics create a comfortable casual clothing experience. This sweater/jacket hybrid fabric has plenty of stretch that can also make a perfect eye-catching substitute for denim. See the beautiful Jersey collection by Dormeuil here.
The Benefits of Natural Stretch Fabric:

• Feels like a sweater
• Can be cut without unraveling
• Comfort with an athletic, modern look
• Natural stretch for easy movement
• Great for spring and summer jeans
• Keeps its shape
• Retains its stretch over time

5. Bamboo: Bamboo fabric is a lightweight, sustainable, and innovative jacket option made from the pulp of bamboo grass. Try The Bamboo Collection from Gladson.

The Benefits of Bamboo:

• Antibacterial and odor resistant qualities
• Naturally round and smooth without chemical treatment
• Subtle luster
• Luxurious cashmere-like feel
• Wicking properties
• Made in Italy
• Features both vibrant and conservative colors