Friday, April 27, 2012

Gabardine (Whipcord)

Name of Jewish mantle or cloak of the Middle Ages. Modern twilled fabric. I. Soft mercerized cotton gaberdine. Shows raised cord on right side, White and colors.    Uses: suits, skirts, vestings.    Weave twill. Width, 36". 2. Firm, worsted material, same as cotton gabardine. May have smooth, hard surface or soft dull one. Piece-dyed. Uses: dresses, suits, uniforms, riding habits.    Weave—twill.   Width, 54".




face side

reverse side






Face side

Reverse side



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