This fabric is part of a beautiful collection of finely woven wool uniform cloths, loved for their quality, versatility, and timeless style. Both elegant and hardworking, it offers a wonderful balance of lightness, durability, and comfort, making it a joy to wear and to sew. With its smooth handle, subtle structure, and softly polished finish, this wool lends itself perfectly to smart tailoring and everyday statement pieces alike. A dependable classic with plenty of creative potential.
Weight: Light
GSM: 173
Composition: 100% Wool
Width: 158cm / 62.2inch
Shades: Officer Blue is a refined mid-navy with subtle inky undertones, offering depth, clarity, and quiet confidence. This jewel-toned blue feels professional yet approachable, making it endlessly versatile for both formal tailoring and everyday elegance.
Design: Woven in a classic Panama structure, this fabric has an even, gently pebbled surface that gives a clean, matte finish. The weave adds subtle texture without distraction, enhancing the richness of the colour while keeping the look smart and refined.
Overall: Proud, polished, and adaptable. This is a beautifully balanced suit-weight wool that delivers sophistication without fuss, making it a reliable choice for a wide range of tailored garments.
Texture: Lightly pebbled to the touch, with a smooth, breathable feel. The surface remains matte and refined, offering comfort alongside a crisp, tailored appearance.
Handle: Structured yet smooth, with excellent breathability. It presses cleanly and responds well to careful ironing, allowing you to adjust the finish depending on the desired level of crispness.
Drape: At shorter lengths, it holds its shape with a clean, crisp line; when used in longer garments, it develops a graceful, controlled drape. Always worth checking the final handle after pressing to achieve your preferred finish.
Types: Ideal for smart trousers, tailored jackets, skirts, shirt dresses, lightweight coats, and relaxed tailoring. Perfect for pieces that benefit from clean lines, structure, and a polished finish.
Patterns: We love this fabric for patterns such as the Cordelia Trousers, theIlford Jacket,theAmelia Skirt,The Coat, and other classic tailoring designs.
Accessories: Ideal for refined, lightweight accessories, including tote bags, caps, soft-structured bags, laptop sleeves, and fabric belts. The Panama weave offers durability with a smart, understated finish.
Furnishings: Can be used for tailored home accents such as cushion covers, blind trims, draught excluders, or decorative panels where a crisp, uniform-inspired look is desired.
Upcycling: Excellent for smaller projects and offcuts, think appliqu, patchwork, contrast panels, fabric trays, coasters, and neat storage pieces with a polished feel.
