A beautifully made Italian twill combining cotton with genuine cashmere, the first thing you notice is just how incredibly soft it feels. The fine twill face has a smooth, almost suede-like touch, with the cashmere lending a warmth and refinement that takes it well beyond an ordinary cotton trousering. The airforce blue is equally lovely: a muted, slightly smoky blue with a sophisticated, understated appearance that will work particularly well with cream, camel, navy and grey.
There is real substance to the cloth, but it doesn't feel hard or bulky. A small amount of elastane provides gentle give across the width for comfort, while the fabric retains the structure needed for beautifully cut trousers. It would be superb for tailored trousers and chinos, but equally deserving of a smart overshirt, skirt, fitted jacket or structured dress. This is one of those rare ex-designer fabrics where the quality is immediately apparent in the hand. If you appreciate really beautiful cloth, this is a special one.
| Approx width: | 160cm | 63" | |
| Composition: | 92% Cotton | 6% Cashmere | 2% Elastane | |
| Construction: | Woven | |
| Washing instructions: | 30°C Wash | |
| What can I make with this: | Tailored Trousers, Chinos, Skirts, Pinafores, Dresses, Overshirts and Jackets | |
| Approx. Weight: | 270gsm | |
| Weft Stretch (Horizontal): | Less than 5% | |
| Warp Stretch (Vertical): |
0% |
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Please note that fabrics are cut to order, so a restocking fee may apply. Some items are non-returnable except where faulty or not as described.
Abruzzi Twill - Airforce is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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A beautifully made Italian twill combining cotton with genuine cashmere, the first thing you notice is just how incredibly soft it feels. The fine twill face has a smooth, almost suede-like touch, with the cashmere lending a warmth and refinement that takes it well beyond an ordinary cotton trousering. The airforce blue is equally lovely: a muted, slightly smoky blue with a sophisticated, understated appearance that will work particularly well with cream, camel, navy and grey.
There is real substance to the cloth, but it doesn't feel hard or bulky. A small amount of elastane provides gentle give across the width for comfort, while the fabric retains the structure needed for beautifully cut trousers. It would be superb for tailored trousers and chinos, but equally deserving of a smart overshirt, skirt, fitted jacket or structured dress. This is one of those rare ex-designer fabrics where the quality is immediately apparent in the hand. If you appreciate really beautiful cloth, this is a special one.
| Approx width: | 160cm | 63" | |
| Composition: | 92% Cotton | 6% Cashmere | 2% Elastane | |
| Construction: | Woven | |
| Washing instructions: | 30°C Wash | |
| What can I make with this: | Tailored Trousers, Chinos, Skirts, Pinafores, Dresses, Overshirts and Jackets | |
| Approx. Weight: | 270gsm | |
| Weft Stretch (Horizontal): | Less than 5% | |
| Warp Stretch (Vertical): |
0% |
