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Dress Fabrics
Explore our curated collection of dress fabrics, sourced from leading mills in the UK and Europe. From cotton and linen to silk, wool and viscose, our fabrics are carefully selected for quality, drape and durability — perfect for dresses, blouses, tailoring and occasionwear.
Shop by fibre to refine your search, including linen dress fabrics, silk dress fabrics and wool dress fabrics. You can also browse by fabric type such as crepe, satin or jersey to find the perfect material for your project.
Whether you're sewing everyday garments or special occasion pieces, our dress fabrics combine quality with value.
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Hammered Satin - Black
Sold outDiscover a premium black polyester viscose dress fabric, 126cm wide with a hammered satin finish. From a reputable clothing brand.
Regular price £7.76 p/mUnit price /Unavailable145cm wide, flare-free 100% nylon knitted dress net fabric in black. Ideal for tutus, gowns & more.
Regular price £2.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable65% polyester, 30% viscose and 5% elastane, heavy suiting fabric in black, this is perfect for bodycon dresses.
Regular price £14.96 p/mUnit price /Unavailable140cm wide, 100% Pima cotton lawn fabric with fan-like ivory and red motifs on black.
Regular price £14.90 p/mUnit price /UnavailableMoretti - 13oz Black Cotton Denim
Italian 13oz black cotton denim, 155cm wide. Structured, non-stretch cloth with a clean matte finish.
Regular price £20.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- + More colours
Pleather - Pearl
Polyester and nylon blend pleather fabric in ivory with a satin finish, perfect for statement trousers, skirts and jackets!
Regular price £7.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable 145cm wide, 51% viscose, 49% cotton twill lining fabric in black with a subtle satin sheen.
Regular price £9.50 p/mUnit price /UnavailableThis 150cm wide, soft, polyester crepe fabric in black is perfect for dresses, trousers and skirts!
Regular price £17.26 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- Made in Italy
Azienda Stripe
145cm wide, ex-designer cotton shirting fabric made in Italy, with a black & white pinstripe design.
Regular price £7.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable 122cm wide, 9.5oz black cotton/elastane stretch denim.
Regular price £13.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- Made in Italy
Mr Smith
135cm wide, Italian ex-designer deadstock hopsack weave fine wool suiting fabric in dark navy.
Regular price £18.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable - + More colours
Dread Naught - New Black
This 144cm wide, polyester suiting fabric in black is excellent for formal wear, dressmaking and special occasions!
Regular price £7.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable This is a smooth, lightweight crepe de chine dress fabric in black which drapes beautifully. Great for making shirts and swishy dresses.†
Regular price £6.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- + More colours
100% Wool Fleece - Black
Classic black Australian virgin wool fleece, 143cm wide and made from 100% wool.
Regular price £29.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable 
Challis - Olive Nova
Sold outBlack and brown leaf printed dressmaking fabric made from viscose, excellent for palazzo pants and summer skirts!
Regular price £10.96 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- + More colours
Diez Denim - Black
10oz black stretch denim, 152cm wide with 10% stretch and classic twill finish.
Regular price £19.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable Black and grey British twill tweed coating fabric that hints to a bygone era. Gorgeous.
Regular price £30.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- Made in Britain
Dry Finish Tin Cloth - Black
152cm wide black dry finish tin cloth fabric, 100% cotton, 11oz weight. Durable and water-resistant.
Regular price £18.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable - + More colours
Oliver Viscose Twill - Black
150cm wide, 100% viscose twill fabric in black. Perfect for dresses, skirts, tops, & trousers.
Regular price £11.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable Super soft, 148cm wide brushed cotton twill shirting in marled grey. There are two shades of grey and oatmeal yarns in the weave.
Regular price £17.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable
Poplin Print - Rhythm Nation
Sold out112cm wide, cotton poplin print fabric with a music note print on a black background. We are loving this quirky print.
Regular price £7.76 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- Made in Italy
Morning Glory
97% viscose, 3% elastane densley knitted, fine soft mid-weight dress fabric in black which offers a smooth, elegant drape with a subtle stretch. This is a heck of a cloth.
Regular price £21.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable - + More colours
Diez Denim - Charcoal
10oz charcoal stretch denim, 152cm wide with soft twill texture and 10% stretch.
Regular price £19.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable - + More colours
Dazzle - Black
It's sparkly fun!†This glitter black†jersey fabric from Carrington fabrics†is a nice light-mid-weight knit polyester so it can be used for lots of applications
Regular price £18.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable - + More colours
Lovely Lawn - Black
148cm wide, 100% cotton lawn fabric in classic black. Smooth, breathable, and high-quality.
Regular price £7.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable - + More colours
All Saints Black
150cm wide superfine, supersoft viscose voile dress fabric in blackest black. Perfect for summer shirts and dresses!
Regular price £9.50 p/mUnit price /Unavailable Our ex-designer, red satin fabric, made from 100% polyester has been woven in Italy perfect for evening attire.
Regular price £15.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- + More colours
Hector - Black
140cm wide, 75% viscose and 25% linen mix shirting fabric in black, great for loose pants and dressmaking!
Regular price £15.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable 145cm wide dark silver very fine polyester dress fabric with oodles of stretch....
Regular price £18.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- + More colours
Draper - Organic Bamboo Blend Suiting - Black
Draper - Organic Bamboo Blend Suiting - Black
This 150cm wide organic recycled suiting fabric in black, is soft to handle and has a beautiful drape.
Regular price £20.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable 145cm wide, linen-look polyester fabric in white. With subtle slub texture and thicker yarns.
Regular price £13.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable142cm wide, polyester and nylon blend jersey dress fabric in black with a satin finish, excellent for leggings!
Regular price £7.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableMade from polyester, this black chiffon dress fabric has a crinkled face, excellent for skirts, puff sleeves and blouses!
Regular price £5.50 p/mUnit price /UnavailableOur black knitted jersey fabric is 158cm wide, made from viscose, polyester and polyamide, ideal for soft jumpers!
Regular price £17.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableSuperior Heavy Black Dress Fabric
140cm wide, polyester, viscose, and Lycra jersey fabric in black. Ex-designer cloth made in Spain.
Regular price £14.76 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- + More colours
Alpen Fleece - Black
Cuddly, soft and sooo nice to stroke. This black cotton polyester elastane jersey fabric with cuddle fleece back is the fabric for hoodies, sweaters, joggers and all things loungewear.†340gsm
Regular price £13.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable Our 158cm wide, polyester jersey fabric in black with a sequinned detailing all-over is ideal for party wear!
Regular price £7.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- + More colours
Suede Scuba - Murphy
Our suede scuba fabric, made from polyester and spandex features a black abstract print on a beige ground.
Regular price £15.96 p/mUnit price /Unavailable - + More colours
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.
Regular price £12.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable - Made in Britain
Oxfordshire Check Wool
Woven in Great Britain, this 100% wool suiting fabric features a checked pattern in grey, black, tan and blue.
Regular price £33.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable 100% stonewashed linen fabric in black, 250gsm, perfect for both home furnishings and clothing.
Regular price £18.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable- + More colours
21 Wale Needlecord - Black
This versatile 21-wale cotton needlecord fabric in black can be used for clothing and soft furnishings.
Regular price £12.96 p/mUnit price /Unavailable - + More colours
Workwear - Merlin
152cm wide, cotton fine twill trousering fabric in black, lightweight with a soft finish & slight sheen.
Regular price £9.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable 150cm wide, British 100% wool crepe fabric in classic black with a fluid drape and breathable feel.
Regular price £30.00 p/mUnit price /UnavailableBrushed Cotton - Pink & Grey Check
146cm wide, brushed cotton shirting fabric in a pink, grey and black check. Great for pyjamas!
Regular price £11.00 p/mUnit price /Unavailable
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