NEW YORK – Fabric firms have created some unique looks for 1995 by blending natural and man-made fibers, using lively patterns, weaves and knits, and putting a fresh spin on the classics.
With fashion’s emphasis on fit, layering, shrunken looks and item dressing, the fabric focus is on:
Boucles in every weight.
Mohair blends in plaids, shags, checks, fleeces and velours.
Stretch fabrics, some coated for a futuristic look.
Pile fabrics and velvets.
Tweeds with a Donegal look.
Metallic yarns woven into everything from men’s wear stripes to daytime woven into everything from men’s wear stripes to daytime wovens to brocades.
Satins.
Boiled wool.
Color, from vibrant reds, oranges and peacock blues to browns, clarets and burgundies.