The best fabrics for clothing

We should choose clothing fabricswith care, among the different materials that are obtained from the processing of natural and synthetic fibers. The differenttypes of fabrics for clothing must respond to precise characteristics: they must be comfortable and safe, but also adaptable according to the different styles and trends of each new season.

Thus, within the various choices out there, we find technical fabrics for clothing, specific for some sectors of sport or technological fabrics for clothing that exploit the development of new technologies to create futuristic cloths. But we also find an infinite variety of other clothing fabrics, some of them used for centuries, while others of more recent creation. So how do we make our choice among silk fabrics for clothing, linen fabrics for clothing, velvet fabrics for clothingand many more?

The best fabrics for clothing

Manifattura Foderami Cimmino accumulated an extensive experience over the years when it comes to different types of fabrics for clothing. In our wide catalog you can find a series of perfect opportunities for the fashion world: the clothing sector is thus enriched with coated fabrics for clothing, wool fabrics for clothing, brocade fabrics for clothing, great classics, and absolute novelties.

Let’s discover together the best clothing fabrics selected by Cimmino for the clothing sector: a dip in jacquard fabrics for clothing, natural fabrics for clothing and materials for all types of cloths.

Kilt fabric

The typical checkered decoration is created by repeating the same sequence of stripes and colored lines in the sense of warp and weft. It’s one of the most characteristic designs in the world, characterized by squares broken by stripes of different colors, which originates from the classic Scottish kilt, the traditional skirt used by men in important events. Its use has extended over time to other men’s wardrobe items, such as jackets, trousers, and sports shirts. Not only that: the Kilt New Fabric, in its different chromatic shades, is used in the field of class accessories, women’s fashion and scarves, as well as in that of blankets and furnishing fabrics.

Metallic Mesh Fabric

The metal-effect knitted fabric is used for sparkling sloths and super trendy clothing. Metallic effect fabrics, such as Maglia Metallic fabric, make each garment a unique and special one. Metal mesh fabrics are perfect for clothing, therefore for the supply of fashion houses and manufacturing companies. They are also very popular in the theater and cinema field, since they are used for the fabrication of numerous stage costumes, even the most detailed.

Metal mesh fabrics are perfect for clothing, therefore for the supply of fashion houses and manufacturing companies. They are also very popular in the theater and cinema field, since they are used for the fabrication of numerous stage costumes, even the most detailed.

The most iconic and indispensable garment in every wardrobe: the sweatshirt. Thanks to the type of processing, the Bielastica sweatshirt fabric is comfortable in different occasions of everyday life, and is most commonly used for the fabrication of sports garments such as tracksuits and casual clothing. In fact, in recent years, the sweatshirt and elastic fabrics have been “elevated” from the sports field and used for more sophisticated clothing: the best choice that manages to combine style and comfort in one of the most used stretch fabrics for clothing.

Cotton Maglina

This name refers to the fabric produced with honeycomb knitting and elastic properties, which is modeled both in length and width. The Frida cotton maglina is light, soft and elastic to the eye and touch, being the ideal fabric for summer clothing. A very soft fabric, which does not crease easily, and is perfectly modeled on the different shapes of the body: widely used for unisex sportswear, thanks to its great comfort and versatility. The Cloe cotton maglina is soft and enveloping, perfect for making children’s clothing: it is one of the printed fabrics for clothing that gives the unique touch to transform the cloths of the little ones.

Burlington fabric

A fabric that lends itself to numerous uses both in clothing and furniture thanks to its versatility and ability to adapt to different sectors of the wardrobe. The Burlington fabric is basically untouchable, because it always manages to preserve its original shape. Exploitable in different circumstances and with a very affordable price too.

Elastic sequins

Sequins or sequins are also called “strass” from the name of their creator Georges Frédéric Strass, and consist of small discs of colored plastic material, with a high reflective property. Thanks to the practical central hole, they can be applied on clothes and accessories bringing to life to different materials, thanks to a bright and shiny effect. Elastica Hollywood sequin fabric is used to create truly fashionable and sparkling clothing, inspired by the fashion of the divas of the cinema. When we think of sequins we think of splendor and when it comes to evening dresses the splendor is never too much.

Gabardine

The term that recalls this important fabric in the clothing field comes from a type of French wool cloak, known in Italy as Gabbana. Originally in wool, this combed fabric with diagonal armor, is also made of cotton, and is by far one of the most loved fabricsof all time. Gabardine Astor Reactive/ Sanforized fabric is a compact, smooth, and resistant fabric, fixed in its dimensions to avoid shrinkage during washing. In the past it was used for working clothing such as uniforms, but its characteristics of versatility and breathability make it perfect also for many other use in fashion.

Tulle

Tulle is a light and transparent fabric, which consists of very thin threads that form meshes and holes creating together a dense mesh. It can be simply or richly decorated and can be layered further to give stiffness, texture and volume, turning into one of the finest fabrics for clothing. Tulle Valeria Mano Seta fabric is used for different areas of clothing, including ballerina tutus, evening gowns and ceremonial dresses. It is also used in the fashion field for applications such as ruffles, and for furniture as a decoration.

Poplin shirts

A light, smooth and soft fabric. It is one of the cotton fabricsfor high quality clothing, to be preferred especially in the shirt industry. It is characterized by resistance to wear, time and washing. The shirt made of Popelin Egypt Shirts fabric acts like a second skin, adhering to the body without emphasizing its defects. A precious material for making men’s shirts and women’s shirts, but also used to line coats, jackets, and more clothing items.

Polar Sweater

A very warm fabric, obtained with a particular knitting that makes it voluminous and soft, perfect for the fabrication of winter clothing. The Maglina Polar D/F Unito Light fabric has a double fleece façade. Machine washable, it does not shrink or crease and is very affordable in terms of price. An excellent choice for warm and fashionable winter clothing: in short, one of the most appreciated thermal fabrics for clothing.

Punto Milano

We often hear about “Punto Milano” or “Punto di Milano” fabric, but what characteristics does this type of material have? It is a smooth knitted fabric that elasticizes in length and width It has two identical faces and has excellent characteristics of strength, which prevent the fabric from unraveling. Extremely versatile, able to be used both in sporty and elegant clothing, the Aphrodite Fabric in viscose blend is perfect for making trousers and skirts.

Elastic Lace

Stretch lace is a clothing fabric that combines the aesthetic qualities of lace with the comfort of an elastic material It is obtained through a particular processing of yarns, that guarantees a light and impalpable fabric. Atlante Elastic Lace can be used to fabricate informal clothes, but it is chosen above all to produce evening dresses with fashionable details.

Satin Elastic

A soft, elegant fabric with a glossy finish. This very versatile clothing material is obtained starting from cotton, the natural fiber par excellence. The Sandra Extra Elastic Satin is perfect for creating women’s clothing that manages to combine perfectly the needs of fashionable clothing with those of comfort and practicality.

Chiffon

A light, impalpable and soft fabric with timeless elegance, it has been used since the nineteenth century, asquilted fabrics for clothing, to create beautiful evening dresses, embellish clothing and furnishing elements When you think of chiffon, you think of romance, daintiness, and nostalgia. The Chiffon Marinella is characterized as one of the luxury fabrics for clothing, with softness and wide color choice to create shoulder covers or evening dress details.