Top dye yarns are made up of fiber that has been dyed and then colors blended. Unlike the yarn dye process (which produces yarn of one solid color), top dying creates a yarn with color complexity and depth due to the multiple colors involved. When weave construction adds texture into the mix, the result is … Read More
Haute Couture Haute couture is the result of jousting between couturiers and haberdasheries in the 19th century. Until 1848, the reins of fashion were firmly maintained by an aristocratic and royal clientele. The workers at this time represent only simple labor imprisoned in a workshop meeting the demanding needs of this family. The diktats of … Read More
As the Fall season cools the weather, dreams of cashmere begin to inspire a new casual chic wardrobe. Worn with jeans or tailored trousers, a jacket tailored in a navy/forest shade in 100% cashmere adds sumptuous texture and depth to any outfit. From Cashmere Supreme bunch 953 – 795.038 (1) 100% Cashmere 9 oz 280 … Read More
Among the many expressions that come up often when we talk about fashion, high fashion and Haute Couture is something most of us tend to use. These are the essential terms for your fashion vocabulary and yet their meaning is not always very clear. Rex Fabrics has decided to explain everything to you! What’s Haute … Read More
When 2 top dye (or yarn dye) plys are contrasted, a melange yarn can be created. In top dying, black and white (the most contrasting colors) can be blended together to create grey tones. Added accent tones can then create a grey with a unique color dimension and complexity. From 15 point 7 bunch 951: … Read More
For Fall 2019/20 the accent tones of Forest (or forêt verte) and Bordeaux add a splash of panache to the season’s bespoke jacket cloths by the House of Dormeuil. A subtle Bordeaux windowpane on classic charcoal comes to life with an oxblood tie or rustic pocket square. From Amadeus Action Jacketing bunch 954: 441.006 (4) … Read More
White Stripes The bespoke style in the big city calls for a new generation of statement stripes. Photo credit: Evan Delaney Bespoke A rich navy luxury cloth with a classic pinstripe can be paired with a white shirt and all of your favorite ties for a look that is sharp and professional. From Tonik Wool … Read More
Brocade fabric is a shuttle woven fabric with a luxurious feel and intricate designs usually made with silver and gold threads. Brocade can have a raised floral or figured design that is incorporated during the weaving process. A variety of different colors can be used to make the designs more elaborate. Originally, Brocade was only … Read More
The town is abuzz with excitement about the fall fashion after tweeds graced the runways in Paris. Most of the breathtaking lavish designs for fall 2018 were made with tweed fabrics. Most of the jackets made with tweed fabrics show muted color variations in bottle green, grey, blue, and bronze. The designs were exquisite, the … Read More
While comfy sweaters, hoodies, cardigans, jackets, and trench coats are what make up most of our autumn and winter wardrobe, it is incomplete without some crisp tailored suits. Form-fitted perfectly tailored suits are what supply elegance to a wardrobe and provide full coverage from the weather. Whether you are going to a meeting, a formal … Read More
