Black Dress Fabric

We understand how hard it can be to find the perfect dress in the perfect fabric for any occasion. However we all agree on one mantra ‘you can never go wrong with a little black dress’ especially when it is made out of good quality fabric and measured to fit. Therefore here we have gathered together our black dress fabrics that you can use to make your own.

Part number

2303CM03

Baa Baa Black Sheep

From a well-established mill, this black wool suiting fabric is 142cm wide, perfect for trousers and skirts!

Price incl. VAT

£19.00 per metre

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Part number

2202AH07

D. D. Gorgeous

Made in Italy, this simply gorgeous Tencel dressmaking fabric is 154cm wide. This stunning quality black breathable fabric is suitable for a variety of garment types.

Price incl. VAT

£11.00 per metre

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Part number

1570b

Triple Crepe - Black

150cm wide deepest black polyester woven heavy triple crepe dress fabric of the best quality. A wonderful weight and very drapey.

Price incl. VAT

£18.00 per metre

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Part number

2103PH01

Lavinia Black

150cm wide exceedingly soft, polyester “silk” of a gradually creaseless nature and another cloth that will almost make you want to wear it.

Price incl. VAT

£7.50 per metre

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Part number

2108S29

Smooth Crepe De Chine - Black

This is a smooth, lightweight crepe de chine dress fabric in black which drapes beautifully. Great for making shirts and swishy dresses. 

Price incl. VAT

£6.00 per metre

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Part number

2404M23

Nova

Our black knitted stretchy jersey fabric features multicoloured metallic yarns, perfect for cowl neck tops.

Price incl. VAT

£15.50 per metre

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Part number

2403H16A

Striped Viscose Linen Slub - Black

131cm wide, 78% viscose, 20% linen & 2% polyester slub fabric in black with white pinstripes.

Price incl. VAT

£15.00 per metre

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Part number

2403PS05

Simply Black

148cm wide, Italian, ex-designer suiting fabric featuring a chevron print in black. Made from 100% wool.

Price incl. VAT

£20.00 per metre

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Part number

2403PS08

Bees Knees - Green

Bottle green 142cm wide Italian-made suiting fabric, made from fleece wool, viscose and elastane. Ex-designer suiting fabric.

Price incl. VAT

£20.00 per metre

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Part number

2403PS02

Bees Knees - Black

150cm wide Italian-made black suiting fabric, made from fleece wool, viscose and elastane. Ex-designer suiting fabric.

Price incl. VAT

£20.00 per metre

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Part number

2403M05

Big Social

This 100% viscose fabric has a subtle crinkle appearance and black & white polka dot print, great for blouses.

Price incl. VAT

£10.50 per metre

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Part number

2107M04c

Voily - Black

A rather fabulous lightweight poly viscose voile in black.

Price incl. VAT

£8.25 per metre

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Part number

2312P02

Luxury Soft 12 Wale - Black

Our soft 12 wale corduroy fabric in black is made from 100% cotton, ideal for jackets, skirts and trousers.

Price incl. VAT

£12.00 per metre

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Part number

2312O01B

Enigma Linen - Black

Oeko-Tex Standard Certified, ramie linen and cotton blend fabric fabric in black, perfect for shirts and shorts.

Price incl. VAT

£12.75 per metre

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Part number

2311PS06

Aventura

150cm wide lightweight trouser and jacket fabric in black. Made from nylon and cotton and woven in Italy. With a water repellent finish.

Price incl. VAT

£9.00 per metre

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Part number

2311PS04

Landini - Black

137cm wide, superfine virgin wool blend fabric in black has a water-resistant finish, perfect for shirting and outerwear. Manufactured in Italy.

Price incl. VAT

£18.00 per metre

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Part number

2311PS02

Suprema

Woven in Italy, this 135cm wide fine cotton twill fabric in black. Ex-designer cloth, perfect for lightweight shirts and dresses!

Price incl. VAT

£10.00 per metre

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Part number

2310PS08b

Biella Wool - Wine

150cm wide ex-designer wool suiting fabric. Woven in Italy with a rich burgundy hue from 73% virgin wool, 26% wool mohair, 1% elastane.

Price incl. VAT

£16.00 per metre

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Part number

2308M09B

Tesoro - Red

Our ex-designer, red satin fabric, made from 100% polyester has been woven in Italy perfect for evening attire.

Price incl. VAT

£15.00 per metre

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Part number

2308M09A

Tesoro - Black

Woven in Italy, this satin fabric in black is made from 100% polyester, ex-designer, ideal for elegant dresses.

Price incl. VAT

£15.00 per metre

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Part number

2306M19

Shadow of the Night

Made from a blend of viscose, silk and polyamide, this black dress fabric features a glitter fur face. Woven in Italy.

Price incl. VAT

£26.00 per metre

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Part number

2307M04

Viscose Crepe - Black

Plain black 100% viscose crepe fabric, 140cm wide. Perfect for dresses, palazzo trousers, and more.

Price incl. VAT

£11.00 per metre

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Part number

2307H14D

Milan - Navy

Our 166cm wide, nylon and viscose blend jersey fabric in a dark navy hue is perfect for dressmaking!

Price incl. VAT

£8.50 per metre

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Part number

2307H14C

Milan - Sky

166cm wide, nylon and viscose blend jersey fabric in a sky blue hue, excellent for stylish skirts and tops!

Price incl. VAT

£8.50 per metre

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Part number

2307H14F

Milan - White

Made from a blend of 52% nylon and 48% viscose, this knitted jersey fabric in white is perfect for t-shirts!

Price incl. VAT

£8.50 per metre

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Part number

2307H14E

Milan - Red

166cm wide, 52% nylon and 48% viscose blend knitted jersey fabric in an elegant red hue, perfect for dresses!

Price incl. VAT

£8.50 per metre

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Part number

2307H14H

Milan - Stone

Our nylon and viscose blend, knitted jersey fabric in a beige hue is excellent for dressmaking and skirts!

Price incl. VAT

£8.50 per metre

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Part number

2307H14G

Milan - Cream

52% nylon and 48% viscose plain jersey knit fabric in a cream hue featuring a lovely drape, ideal for dresses!

Price incl. VAT

£8.50 per metre

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Part number

2306E27

Jones - Crepe

This is a lightweight crepe dress fabric featuring a colourful, floral, paisley print on a black ground, ideal for dressmaking!

Price incl. VAT

£7.95 per metre

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Part number

2306M16

Love Linen - Black

133cm wide 45% linen and 55% cotton fabric in black. Create chic summer dresses, shirts and blouses with this versatile cloth.

Price incl. VAT

£13.25 per metre

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Part number

2305M03

Pop Stars

100% viscose dress fabric featuring a vibrant red and orange ombre star print on a rich black ground. Perfect for festival dresses.

Price incl. VAT

£9.50 per metre

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Part number

2304P01

Jeanette

150cm wide, viscose dress fabric featuring a cream floral print on a black ground, perfect for blouses and skirts!

Price incl. VAT

£10.50 per metre

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Part number

2303M14

Ouch!

Our 100% polyester satin dress fabric made in Italy features a red rose print on a black ground, perfect for blouses or maxi-skirts!

Price incl. VAT

£14.00 per metre

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Part number

2303M08

Midnight Jungle

This interesting black and blue fabric made from a blend of polyester and spandex is ideal for dressmaking!

Price incl. VAT

£18.00 per metre

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Part number

2302TH01a TR

Filmstar - Black

Perfect for creating glamorous eveningwear designs this 160cm wide soft polyester fabric has a gorgeous black appearance and soft velvet satin finish.

Price incl. VAT

£6.50 per metre

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Part number

2207AH01

Midnight Navy Muslin

This 125cm wide very finely woven sheer navy cotton muslin dress fabric feels incredibly soft against the skin. Perfect for summer dresses and shirts.

Price incl. VAT

£7.75 per metre

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Part number

2211PS17 TS

Euphoria

Featuring a classic black and pink pane check design, this superfine wool suiting drapes beautifully. 160cm wide wool fabric from a beloved Italian fabric house.

Price incl. VAT

£21.00 per metre

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Part number

2003S42

But, This is Nicer

Our black stripe chiffon dressmaking fabric is perfect for party wear, blouses, accessories or evening gowns!

Price incl. VAT

£7.00 per metre

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Part number

2209DA05 NC

Black Satin - Fan Tail

Black satin dressmaking fabric featuring a pink abstract ‘fan tail’ design, perfect for blouses, party wear or shirts!

Old price

£8.50

Price incl. VAT

£7.65 per metre

10% discount

Valid until 17/08/2024

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Part number

2106S17

Bubble Sateen

This lightweight black satin dressmaking fabric is extremely soft. Perfect for partywear, dresses and blouses and shirts.

Price incl. VAT

£8.00 per metre

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Part number

220S07

Fine Georgette Dress Fabric - Black

This gorgeous high quality fine georgette dressmaking fabric comes in a lovely black. This is a sheer, lightweight polyester fabric, perfect for little black dresses.

Price incl. VAT

£8.00 per metre

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Part number

303b

Supersonic - Black

Introducing our exceptional 135cm wide superfine 100% pima cotton lawn fabric in black with a luxurious satin finish.

Price incl. VAT

£12.00 per metre

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Part number

2207E17

Corleone

This pretty embroidered anglaise cotton double gauze is extremely versatile and bold. Black cheesecloth, great for summer garments.

Price incl. VAT

£9.00 per metre

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Part number

2204P08B

Wider Than A Mile - Black

This is a 180cm wide 100% cotton lightweight loopback knitted jersey in black! Perfect for jumpers and casual tops.

Price incl. VAT

£9.00 per metre

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Part number

2107M007A

Cheesecloth - Black

132cm wide black cotton cheesecloth fabric. Ideal for breathable summer dresses, shorts, shirts, and loose trousers.

Price incl. VAT

£7.00 per metre

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Part number

2107M04a

Linen Look - Voile

Fabulous 150cm wide black polyester viscose voile. Soft and textured, it resists creasing, perfect for stylish hot weather garments.

Price incl. VAT

£8.75 per metre

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Part number

2105C15b

Sheen - Black

Superb quality stretchy knitted dress fabric in black. Great for lining.

Price incl. VAT

£9.75 per metre

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Part number

2012C08C

JK - Marmaris - Black

150cm wide, incredibly soft and fine cotton twill trousering fabric from John Kaldor in timeless black.

Price incl. VAT

£14.50 per metre

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Part number

2011M19

Lush

Our beautiful, soft finish ­lightweight black viscose dress fabric has a lovely hand. This drapes like liquid and is crease-resistant making it a delight to wear.

Price incl. VAT

£10.75 per metre

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Part number

2011AH04

Stof Craft - Christmas - A Starry Night Sky - Black

Superb quality Stof Japanese craft and dress cotton with a Christmas print of gold stars on a geometric pattern in black and dark grey.

Price incl. VAT

£9.00 per metre

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Part number

2030h

Georgette Dress Fabric – Black

145cm wide, gorgeous quality Georgette dress fabric in deep black, perfect for blouses and skirts!

Price incl. VAT

£6.00 per metre

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Part number

2007H01i

Double Gauze - Black

100% cotton double gauze fabric in black with a wrinkle finish great for hiding creases. Breathable and light-weight so good for summer garments.

Price incl. VAT

£9.95 per metre

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Part number

26c

Superior Cotton Poplin - Black

Superior quality 100% cotton poplin in black. Perfect for shirts, dresses.

Price incl. VAT

£8.50 per metre

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Part number

2005PH05/b

Pima Cotton Lawn - Miss Rose

Beautiful, Pima cotton lawn with repeating rose bouquets pattern on the black background. Perfect for dressmaking and crafts.

Price incl. VAT

£15.75 per metre

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Part number

1711E04

4oz Washed Chambray Denim - Black

Our 145cm, washed denim chambray fabric in black is made from 100% cotton and weighs 4oz, perfect for soft shirts.

Price incl. VAT

£10.50 per metre

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Part number

1990S

Candy Crepe - Black

145cm wide, polyester double crepe dress fabric in black. Perfect for special occasion garments.

Price incl. VAT

£9.50 per metre

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Part number

1909J13A

Condoleeza - Black

137cm wide, 80% cotton, 19% polyester, 1% elastane, Stretch trousering with a satin surface, not too shiny just a dull sheen. A good suiting weight.

Price incl. VAT

£7.00 per metre

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Part number

1810ST02A

Stretch Duchess Satin - Black

150cm wide, 97% polyester 3% elastane heavy duchess satin. This cloth might be used for brides, bridesmaid and prom dresses.

Price incl. VAT

£12.00 per metre

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Part number

1806E03b

Double Crepe - Double Drat

150cm wide, extremely nice, so you pays your money and you takes your chance. Heavy Black – slightly heavier and more substantial, made in a different way.

Price incl. VAT

£12.00 per metre

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Part number

7346

For The Finer Things - Silk Chiffon

Elegant 140cm-wide black silk chiffon with a subtle crinkle. Ideal for sheer shawls, scarves, holiday wear, and special occasion layering.

Price incl. VAT

£8.95 per metre

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Part number

7277

Wake

148cm wide superb polyester woven voile in black.

Price incl. VAT

£5.00 per metre

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Part number

7187

Knights In Black Satin

155cm wide beautiful black stretch woven dress satin, densely woven Carrington Bridal polyester satin with a dull finish, doesn’t get much slinkier.

Price incl. VAT

£14.00 per metre

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Part number

1989g

Landon Smooth Crepe - Jet Black

150cm wide superior smooth crepe fabric in jet black. 100% polyester dress fabric perfect for creating special occasion wear.

Price incl. VAT

£14.00 per metre

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Part number

2112PH16B

French Voile - Black

147cm wide, black 100% cotton voile fabric.

Price incl. VAT

£6.00 per metre

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Part number

CM1530a

Superior Quality Plain Poly/Cotton - Black

Discover our 112cm wide, superior quality 115gsm plain poly/cotton fabric in black. Perfect for crafts & dressmaking.

Price incl. VAT

£4.50 per metre

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Part number

985e

Luxury Satin Backed Crepe - Black

Indulge in the beauty of this stunning satin backed crepe dress fabric in black. Its reversible design boasts a matte and shiny side, ideal for special occasions.

Price incl. VAT

£14.50 per metre

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Part number

2404NE06

BA - Marlowe - Black

144cm wide, 100% cotton floral broderie anglaise fabric in black. Perfect for dresses & blouses!

Price incl. VAT

£19.75 per metre

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Part number

2310PS08A

Biella Wool - Black

Italian-woven black suiting fabric. Made from 73% virgin wool, 26% wool mohair, 1% elastane. 152cm wide ex-designer wool suiting.

Price incl. VAT

£16.00 per metre

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Read our blog about the "little black dress" trend.