Fabric for Abaya
Abaya fabric needs weight to fall straight from the shoulder and opacity to hold a dark shade evenly. Crepe and charmeuse carry most of it.
548 fabrics · 77–245 gsm · order from 1 yard · swatches in about 4 days
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Weight decides how abaya fabric behaves more than any other spec. These ranges are measured from what we actually stock.
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Abaya fabric FAQ
What weight fabric is best for abaya?
Most abaya fabric sits between 77 and 245 gsm. Abaya fabric needs weight to fall straight from the shoulder and opacity to hold a dark shade evenly. Crepe and charmeuse carry most of it.
Which fabrics are used for abaya?
On SWATCHON, abaya fabric is most often crepe, charmeuse and plain weave. You can filter by construction, fiber composition, weight and stretch to narrow it further.
Can I order a small quantity of abaya fabric?
Yes — order from 1 yard, with no traditional mill minimums. Swatches come first so you can check hand-feel and color before committing to yardage.
How do I check the fabric before ordering?
Order a swatch book for any fabric — every color of that fabric is included, and it reaches you in about 4 days worldwide.