OUR RECOMMENDATIONS

Here are our recommended garment feature suggestions for different garment types in this fabric:

Trouser / Trousers Two Piece / Classic Dungarees

– Cupro lining recommended to maintain drape of fabric
– Fine cotton lining recommended to give drapey fabrics more structure
– Crotch reinforcement recommended if you experience thigh chafing – this can feel stiff at first wear but softens up with washing and wear over time
– Round or side seam pockets recommended due to the drape of the fabric
– This fabric would create a more flowy sleeve than a structured puff or gathered sleeve

Wide Leg Trousers / Wide Leg Trouser Two Piece / Wide Leg Dungarees / Culottes / Culottes Two Piece / Dungaree Culottes / Shorts / Shorts Two Piece / Playsuit

– Cupro lining recommended to maintain drape of fabric
– Fine cotton lining recommended to give drapey fabrics more structure
– Crotch reinforcement recommended if you experience thigh chaffing- this can feel stiff at first wear but softens up with washing and wear time
– Round or side seam pockets recommended due to the drape of the fabric
– This fabric would create a more flowy sleeve than a structured puff or gathered sleeve
– Highly recommended for this garment type

Skater Dress / Circle Two Piece / Pinafore / Circle Skirt

– No lining necessary
– Side seam pockets recommended with drapey fabrics
– This fabric would create a more flowy sleeve than a structured puff or gathered sleeve
– Highly recommended for this garment type

Tea Dress / Gathered Skirt Two Piece / Gathered Pinafore Dress / Gathered Skirt

– No lining necessary
– Side seam pockets recommended with drapey fabrics
– This fabric would create a more flowy sleeve than a structured puff or gathered sleeve
– Highly recommended for this garment type

Trapeze Dress / Shift Dress

– No lining necessary
– Side seam pockets recommended with drapey fabrics
– This fabric would create a more flowy sleeve than a structured puff or gathered sleeve
– Highly recommended for this garment type

Mini Dress / Mini Skirt Two Piece / Dungaree Mini Dress / Mini Skirt / A-line Mini Dress / A-line Skirt Two Piece / A-line Dungaree Mini Dress / A-line Skirt / Pencil Dress / Pencil Skirt Two Piece / Pencil Skirt

– No lining necessary
– Side seam pockets recommended
– This fabric would create a more flowy sleeve than a structured puff or gathered sleeve

Crop-top / Tee

– No lining necessary
– This fabric would create a more flowy sleeve than a structured puff or gathered sleeve
– Highly recommended for this garment type

Cropped Jacket / Classic Coat / Trapeze Coat / Gathered Coat / Skater Coat

– Coats and jackets must be lined, you can choose from our fabric inventory or select ‘complimentary block colour’ and our team will find a suitable lining from our lightweight lining fabrics
– Any pocket type will work (Garment must be lined for bound pockets)

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