Whipcord Suiting Fabrics and Cloth

Whipcord cloth is very much like gabardine, but the yarn is bulkier and much more pronounced


It is very durable, rugged and stands hard usage and wear. In time, it shines a bit with wear. Some times the back is napped for warmth. It is called whipcord because it simulates the lash of a whip. Whipcord is often used for topcoats, uniform cloths, suitings, equestrian and other sportswear.

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The Windowpane

The windowpane worsted has always featured low among the rank and file, while its standing with the well-starched set has never been higher


Rarely found hanging around average retail climes, the windowpane suit, when it did make one of its rare appearances on a selling floor, tended to overstay its welcome. As a result of its commercial disabilities, most men remain unfamiliar with the windowpane’s insider charisma.

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