The Brocade fabric features a weave with floating threads which create a lustrous surface.
Technical Specifications & Parameters
| Specification Attribute | Standard Spec |
|---|---|
| Shine | The Brocade fabric features a weave with floating threads which create a lustrous surface. |
| Texture | It has a smooth and soft surface |
| Sheer | Brocade is opaque and heavyweight |
| Fall | The fabric drapes quite well |
What is Brocade?
- Brocade is a patterned fabric specifically made for ornamental outfits.
- It has a huge history of uses in different cultures.
- Earlier brocade was made purely with silk but now it is blended with various other fabrics like cotton, synthetic fibers, and wool.
- Due to its embroidery with golden and silver threads, and extra weft threads it looks rich.
History
- Brocade was first found during China’s Warring States period between 475 to 221 BC.
- The application of brocade was limited in China until the initial few centuries of AD.
- According to historians, during the 6th Century, intrepid monks from the Empire of Byzantine secretly took the sericulture out of China.
- In one night, Byzantium became a massive producer of brocade. Resulting to be the primary producer throughout the Middle ages.
What Makes it Stand Out
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Shine |
The Brocade fabric features a weave with floating threads which create a lustrous surface. |
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Texture |
It has a smooth and soft surface |
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Sheer |
Brocade is opaque and heavyweight |
|
Fall |
The fabric drapes quite well |
Application & Usage
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Clothing |
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Accessories |
Tie, pocket squares, throw pillows, etc. |
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Home-furnishing |
Cushion covers, sofa covers, curtains, etc. |
Judge the Authenticity
- The only way to judge the authenticity of a Brocade is by checking the backside of the fabric as it has floating yarns. Due to this brocade fabrics are non-reversible.
Care Instructions
- It is best to dry clean brocade outfits as it will protect the dye and design from getting damaged.
- In case of washing the fabric at home, prefer mild detergent.
- Do not twist or squeeze the fabric and lay it flat for drying.
- Do not iron at high temperatures, it will harm the soft threads of brocade.
Care & Maintenance Guidelines
It is best to dry clean brocade outfits as it will protect the dye and design from getting damaged.
It is best to dry clean brocade outfits as it will protect the dye and design from getting damaged.
In case of washing the fabric at home, prefer mild detergent.
In case of washing the fabric at home, prefer mild detergent.
Do not twist or squeeze the fabric and lay it flat for drying.
Do not twist or squeeze the fabric and lay it flat for drying.
Do not iron at high temperatures, it will harm the soft threads of brocade.
Do not iron at high temperatures, it will harm the soft threads of brocade.
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