Black Grosgrain Fabric for Formal Wear, Historical Garments and Tippets

Our Black Grosgrain Fabric is a refined, traditional textile widely used for formal wear, historical garments, clerical attire, and tippets. Woven with the classic ribbed grosgrain structure, this fabric offers a crisp, dignified appearance with a subtle sheen that has long been associated with academic and ecclesiastical dress.

With a 53-inch width and a polyester and viscose blend, this fabric balances durability, structure, and controlled drape. It holds clean lines beautifully, making it especially well suited for garments and accessories that must maintain a formal, professional appearance over time.

This grosgrain is an excellent choice for clerical tippets, bands, facings, trims, and tailored historical pieces. Its deep black color and traditional ribbed texture make it appropriate for both period-correct reproductions and contemporary formal use.

This fabric pairs especially well with our Tippet Pattern – Style 1011, providing the structure and refined finish traditionally expected for clerical tippets.

Recommended Pattern

Recommended Sewing Pattern:
Tippet Pattern – Style 1011

This fabric is recommended for use with our Tippet Pattern – Style 1011, offering excellent body, crisp edges, and a professional finish. When paired together, the result closely reflects traditional clerical construction and appearance.

(We recommend reviewing the pattern requirements prior to cutting.)

Common Uses

• Clerical tippets

• Formal wear and academic dress

• Historical garments and period costumes

• Facings, bands, and structured garment details

• Costume and theatrical applications

Fabric Details

• Fiber Content: Polyester & Viscose blend

• Width: 53 inches wide

• Weave: Grosgrain (ribbed texture)

• Color: Black

• Hand: Firm with controlled drape

• Finish: Subtle sheen with classic rib definition

Why Choose Grosgrain Fabric?

• Traditional ribbed weave used in formal and clerical garments

• Holds structure better than plain weaves

• Clean, professional appearance for visible garment elements

• Durable and long-lasting

• Suitable for both historical reproduction and modern use

Care Notes

Care requirements will vary depending on the finished garment and construction. We recommend testing a small sample prior to cutting or laundering. Finished ecclesiastical or formal garments are typically professionally cleaned only or spot cleaned as needed.

Purchase Options:

• BY THE YARD
• SWATCH SAMPLE SIZE FOR COLOR CHECK ONLY - APPROXIMATELY 2" x 4"
• Please see note below before ordering swatches. 

To order a swatch: Please select the Swatch Sample Size and the color option. Add the swatch to the cart and check out.

⚠️ IMPORTANT SWATCH ORDER NOTICE (PLEASE READ)

Swatches are sample pieces only, measuring approximately 2" × 4", and are NOT fabric yardage.

To order a swatch:
Please select Swatch Sample Size and the desired color option, then add the swatch to your cart and proceed to checkout.

Orders placed for swatch quantities (2 or more) will be fulfilled exactly as ordered and shipped as swatches.
If fabric yardage is required, it must be ordered separately by the yard.

⚠️ Failure to read the product options or properly order yardage does not qualify for cancellation, refund, or exchange.
Swatch orders are final sale and not eligible for refund once processed.