Traditional & Cultural Garment Fabrics

GARMENT FABRIC GUIDE

Shweshwe, Kanga and wax-print textiles for traditional clothing and contemporary cultural fashion.

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Suitable fabrics

Open each product to compare width, construction, price, care and recorded specifications.

Plan before cutting

  • Check pattern requirements and finished measurements
  • Confirm drape, stretch, recovery and opacity
  • Allow for nap, print direction and matching
  • Test pressing, sewing and care on an offcut

Common questions

How should I choose Traditional & Cultural Garment Fabrics?

Start with the garment pattern, silhouette, drape, stretch, opacity, care and production method. Compare the exact fabric specification and test a sample before cutting.

How much fabric should I order?

Use the pattern layout, garment size, fabric width, nap or print direction and matching requirements. Add an allowance for shrinkage, testing and cutting waste.

Should I order a sample first?

Yes when colour, handle, stretch, opacity, drape or coordination affects the garment. Screens and production batches can differ.