Polyester Dress Crepe - Ruby Red

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Specifications:

Weight: Light (dress weight)

GSM: 130

Composition: Polyester

Width: 152.4cm / 24inch

Pattern repeat: N/A

Introduction:

Solid-hued fabrics are just so versatile, and when brought to you in the form of a classic dress crepe there are endless possibilities; picture classic tea dresses of the '40s. This lightly textured polyester crepe is just the ticket for recreating this style and similarly bespoke designs.

Colour:

Rich ruby red, as deep and mesmerising as its precious gem namesake. Red can stir emotions, steal the limelight and add warmth to already established ensembles. Use this fabric as a stand-alone piece or combine it with similar weight patterned dress crepes, such as Midnight Prelude (Navy), Midnight Prelude (Black) and Rose Garden Promise.

Properties:

Ruby Red boasts a lightly textured finish that's perfect for easy-wear and easy-care (non-iron) dresses and so much more. This poly crepe is stable (both length and width-wise) and features a beautifully fluid drape quality. Its crease-resistant properties mean that this fabric is perfect for a multitude of loose and softly flowing styles, forming perfect gathers for floriferous frills and ruffles. 

Garment Suggestions:

Dresses and tops with soft gathers such as the Megan Nielsen Patterns - Protea Capsule Wardrobe. Create simple summer dresses, with elasticated shirred bodices and fun cropped/Gypsy tops with puffed sleeves for boho styles. Create a wonderfully retro look with a nod to the styles of Ossie Clarke and Celia Birtwell, with solid-coloured crepe panels and added ruffle details alongside the florals for a truly bohemian style.

Use Ruby Red alongside beautiful coordinating floral counterparts: Rose Garden Promise - Dress Crepe, Midnight Prelude (Black) - Dress Crepe, Midnight Prelude (Navy) - Dress Crepe

For a more muted look, use this solid colour alongside its counterparts: Ecstatic Emerald - Dress Crepe and Seriously Sapphire - Dress Crepe.

Ideal for creating flowing dresses, tops, pull-on pants/skirts, kaftans, shirts, jumpsuits and resort wear.

Here are a few helpful pattern suggestions to get you started:

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