Cotton fabrics

Characteristics of cotton

Cotton is a cellulose-based fiber that grows in a boll, or protective capsule, around the seeds of the mature cotton plant.
Thanks to its hypoallergenic, antibacterial and breathable qualities, cotton gives to your skin a pleasant feeling of freshness and wellbeing. It is the perfect fabric for skirts, dresses, trousers, jackets and dust coats.
It can be soft or crisp, elegant or casual, warm or cool. It is usually easier to sew than other fabrics, such as silk.

Searching for the perfect cotton fabric for dressmaking?

new tess offers a wide selection of apparel and fashion cotton fabrics, made in Italy and sold online by the metre.

At our online store, you can buy the following cotton fabrics:
Cotton canvas | Cotton sateen stretch | Double Shantung | Lightweight cotton sateen | Lightweight cotton sateen stretch | Piquet Stretch | Poplin

To see in-person the colors and texture of our cottons you can order our free sample sets (available only for plain fabrics in continuous supply).