Indian fabrics for ready-to-wear
Cotton, silk, linen, technical blends: a look at Indian fabrics for ready-to-wear, their qualities and their uses.
India produces a real variety of fabrics for ready-to-wear. From light cotton to silk, through blends. Quality, choice, and prices that hold.
Cotton
India is one of the world's largest producers of cotton (about a quarter of world production). From standard to certified organic: poplin, voile, jersey, denim, chambray. Known for its softness and its hold. On organic cotton, see our cotton tote bags.
Silk
Indian silk, especially Mulberry, is in demand everywhere. Several weights and finishes, for high-end pieces and capsule collections.
Linen and natural fibres
Linen, jute and other natural fibres are increasingly in demand. India produces fine linen, good for summer collections and sustainable fashion. See our ideas on tomorrow's fashion.
Technical fabrics and blends
You also find technical fabrics (stretch, water-repellent, breathable) and blends (cotton-modal, cotton-linen, poly-cotton) for sport and casual. On picking a supplier, see how to find a textile supplier.