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Special Occasion Dress Fabrics

Special Occasion Dress Fabrics

Browse our extensive collection of fabrics suitable for proms, weddings, and special occasions. Whether it’s a ball gown fit for Cinderella herself or something a little more reserved, these fabrics will help to accentuate your personal style.

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  • Naughty But Nice - Burgundy

    Soft and lacy very gentle in appearance and texture in a burgundy colour 150 cm wide.

    Regular price £5.50 p/m
  • Ritual - Teal

    Fabulous medium weight John Kaldor ITY jersey fabric. This one has a huge amount of stretch and comes in teal.

    Regular price £10.50 p/m
  • Liquid - Sunshine

    150cm wide, polyester satin fabric in yellow with a fluid drape, perfect for special occasion dresses!

    Regular price £15.76 p/m
  • Georgette Dress Fabric - Cloud

    This lightweight and breathable georgette fabric in cloud blue is made from polyester, perfect for dressmaking!

    Regular price £6.00 p/m
  • Embossed

    156cm wide, viscose acetate lining fabric in hunter green sheen, perfect to pair with formal suits, dresses or waistcoats!

    Regular price £6.00 p/m
  • Georgette Dress Fabric - Neon Pink

    Here we have a selection of new colours of our lovely Georgette fabric. This Georgette dress fabric is a neon pink & 150cm wide.

    Regular price £6.00 p/m
  • Brocade - Coral Paisley
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    Brocade - Coral Paisley

    Gorgeous heavy dressmaking fabric in a red coral and purple paisley design. This would look great as a pleated maxi skirt, fitted dress or overcoat!

    Regular price £12.00 p/m
  • Georgette Dress Fabric - Dark Navy
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    Georgette Dress Fabric - Dark Navy

    Here we have a selection of new colours of our lovely Georgette fabric. This Georgette dress fabric is a dark navy colour & 150cm wide.

    Regular price £6.00 p/m
  • + More colours Catherine Silk - Black
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    Catherine Silk - Black

    High quality, semi sheer black 100% silk chiffon crepe is 10mm in weight. Beautifully soft fabric perfect for special occasion wear, blouses and layering.

    Regular price £18.00 p/m
  • Made in Britain Dress Net - White

    Dress Net - White

    145cm wide, flare-free 100% nylon knitted dress net fabric in white. Ideal for tutus, gowns & more.

    Regular price £2.50 p/m
  • Made in Italy Only The Lonely - Navy
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    Only The Lonely - Navy

    Manufactured in Italy, this dark navy fabric made from wool features a sackcloth weave, ideal for suits.

    Regular price £18.00 p/m
  • Ritual - Fuchsia

    This is a simply stunning John Kaldor ITY jersey fabric in a bold fuchsia pink colour! This is a medium weight fabric with a huge amount of stretch!

    Regular price £10.50 p/m
  • 5 Hole - Broderie Anglaise - White

    This is a soft white, 5 hole broderie anglaise dress fabric with a moon and floral detailing. Perfect for summer time!

    Regular price £6.76 p/m
  • + More colours Crepe De Chine - Flame

    Crepe De Chine - Flame

    Our smooth, lightweight crepe de chine fabric made from polyester is perfect for floaty dresses or blouses!

    Regular price £7.76 p/m
  • + More colours Carly Stretch Velvet - Dusky Pink
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    Carly Stretch Velvet - Dusky Pink

    160cm wide, soft stretch velvet dress fabric in a dusky pink colour looks different from every angle as it shimmers under the light.

    Regular price £10.00 p/m
  • Triple Crepe - Killer

    140cm wide, triple crepe dress fabric in a luxurious deep red. Perfect for dresses and trousers that drape.

    Regular price £17.96 p/m
  • Made in Italy Fleece Wool Suiting - Mid Grey

    Fleece Wool Suiting - Mid Grey

    158cm wide, Italian woven dark grey deadstock suiting fabric, made from fleece/virgin wool and elastane.

    Regular price £21.00 p/m
  • Naughty But Nice - Dusky Pink

    Soft and lacy very gentle in appearance and texture in dusky pink 150cm wide.

    Regular price £5.50 p/m
  • Made in Italy+ More colours Biella Wool - Petrol
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    Biella Wool - Petrol

    Italian-woven petrol blue suiting fabric. Made from 73% virgin wool, 26% mohair, 1% elastane.

    Regular price £21.00 p/m
  • Georgette Dress Fabric - Fern Green

    This gorgeous quality polyester georgette dress fabric in fern green is perfect for wrap dresses, a-line skirts and blouses!

    Regular price £6.00 p/m
  • Spanish Eyes - Champagne

    Light gold 140cm-wide corded lace fabric, ideal for creating stunning wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and special occasion attire.

    Regular price £18.76 p/m
  • Triple Crepe - Dusky Lilac

    150cm wide, triple crepe dress fabric in dusky lilac is perfect for dresses and trousers as it has a graceful drape!

    Regular price £17.96 p/m
  • Made in Italy Suiting Fabric - Lusso
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    Suiting Fabric - Lusso

    148cm wide Italian-made dark green/grey suiting fabric, made from fleece wool, and elastane. Ex-designer suiting fabric.

    Regular price £17.00 p/m
  • Lona Crepe - White
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    Lona Crepe - White

    White stretch double crepe dressmaking fabric, mid-weight and versatile, perfect for tops and jumpsuits!

    Regular price £11.84 p/m
  • Landon Smooth Crepe - Grey

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

    Regular price £14.00 p/m
  • Hot

    Our hot pink dress fabric made from 100% polyester is excellent for evening wear, loose pants, and fitted dresses!

    Regular price £12.00 p/m
  • Made in Italy Italian Crepe - Midnight

    Italian Crepe - Midnight

    Dark navy Italian designer crepe dress fabric with a blend of stretch woven polyester, viscose, and lycra.

    Regular price £16.50 p/m
  • Made in Italy Suprema
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    Suprema

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

    Regular price £10.00 p/m
  • Hammered Satin - Black

    Discover a premium black polyester viscose dress fabric, 126cm wide with a hammered satin finish. From a reputable clothing brand.

    Regular price £7.76 p/m
  • Made in Britain Dress Net - Black

    Dress Net - Black

    145cm wide, flare-free 100% nylon knitted dress net fabric in black. Ideal for tutus, gowns & more.

    Regular price £2.50 p/m
  • Holi Holiday

    Vivid hot pink polyester and nylon crepe fabric is a fabulous choice for summer dresses. 150cm wide heavy polyester dress fabric.

    Regular price £9.00 p/m
  • Made in Italy Landing Hot

    Landing Hot

    Woven in Italy, this 145cm wide fine cotton twill fabric in light brown. Ex-designer cloth, perfect for lightweight shirts and dresses.

    Regular price £12.00 p/m
  • Sturdy Black - Heavy Suiting

    65% polyester, 30% viscose and 5% elastane, heavy suiting fabric in black, this is perfect for bodycon dresses.

    Regular price £14.96 p/m
  • Made in Italy+ More colours Danbury Crepe - Scarlet

    Danbury Crepe - Scarlet

    Italian made soft scarlet red crepe fabric is a blend of 86% acetate, 5% polyester and 9% silk. Perfect for vest tops, slip dresses and special occasion wear.

    Regular price £15.00 p/m
  • Satin Hobbs - Navy

    Ex-designer polyamide satin dressmaking fabric; 145cm wide with a rich navy hue. Ideal for elegant dresses.

    Regular price £12.50 p/m
  • Made in Italy Pima Cotton Lawn - Rossa Mustard

    Pima Cotton Lawn - Rossa Mustard

    Woven in Italy, this 150cm wide fine Pima cotton lawn fabric in a pale mustard hue is perfect for lightweight shirts!

    Regular price £10.00 p/m
  • Monaco Crepe - Black
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    Monaco Crepe - Black

    This 150cm wide, soft, polyester crepe fabric in black is perfect for dresses, trousers and skirts!

    Regular price £17.26 p/m
  • Orchid Brocade
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    Orchid Brocade

    Polyester, nylon, metallic blend brocade fabric featuring a decorative raised floral pattern in shades of pink.

    Regular price £15.96 p/m
  • Georgette - Egyptian

    Our georgette dressmaking fabric is beautifully sheer, excellent for evening wear and special garments! Available in a light brown hue.

    Regular price £6.00 p/m
  • Made in Italy Filo Bella

    Filo Bella

    Luxurious 150cm wide Italian cotton with a navy hue. Woven in Italy. Soft, lightweight, sanded finish. Perfect for shirts, dresses.

    Regular price £9.00 p/m
  • Soft Duchess Satin Matt - Cream
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    Soft Duchess Satin Matt - Cream

    153cm wide, heavy polyester satin fabric in pale cream with a matt finish, beautifully soft and smooth.

    Regular price £12.00 p/m
  • Made in Italy+ More colours Danbury Crepe - Dark Navy

    Danbury Crepe - Dark Navy

    142cm wide, navy crepe dress fabric made from 86% acetate, 9% silk and 5% polyester, ideal for prom/bridal wear!

    Regular price £15.00 p/m
  • + More colours Dazzle - Plum

    Dazzle - Plum

    Stunning sparkly glitter plum jersey fabric fabric from Carrington fabrics, in a lovely colour and perfect for prom dresses & evening wear.

    Regular price £18.00 p/m
  • Miller Crepe - Wisteria
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    Miller Crepe - Wisteria

    This fine polyester crepe dress fabric in purple is lightweight and drapes beautifully, ideal for slip dresses!

    Regular price £7.00 p/m
  • Georgette Dress Fabric - Wine

    Gorgeous quality polyester georgette dress fabric in a wine shade, perfect for special dresses and blouses!

    Regular price £6.00 p/m

Scroll through our pick of the best prom fabrics, featuring satin, brocade, silk, lace, lamé, velvet, sequin and chiffon. Combine these fancy dress fabrics for dramatic effect; create simply gorgeous A-line styles that will flatter all figures.

Find the perfect party fabric that will show off your moves on the dance floor. 

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