Bordeaux 937 is a deep, muted red with a dark wine cast – calm, warm and easy to wear all year round. On this jersey the solid shade reads matt and even, with no sheen, and sits just as happily next to white, natural tones and black as it does next to pinks and berry shades.
At 220 gsm Vanessa is a medium-weight jersey: firm enough not to show through, yet soft in the hand. The 94% cotton gives that cool, comfortable feel against the skin, while the 6% elastane adds stretch in both directions plus recovery, so cuff areas, knees and elbows keep their shape.
The drape is soft and close to the body, and the 155 cm width leaves room for wider pattern pieces. Certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100.
What Vanessa Bordeaux is suitable for
- Tops and long-sleeve shirts for adults and children, as the 6% elastane gives crosswise stretch with good recovery.
- Dresses and skirts, since 220 gsm is opaque enough and the fabric drapes softly.
- Leggings and bodysuits, because the cotton-elastane blend stays stretchy and holds its shape at knees and waistband.
- Children's clothing, as the fabric is certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100 and washes at 30 °C.
Sewing tips
- Vor dem Zuschnitt waschen
- Kombination mit Heike-Bündchen im gleichen Farbcode für Bündchen und Halsausschnitte.
- Bei Leggings die stärkere Querdehnung um den Körper legen.
Quantity and ordering
Minimum order 0.2 m, in steps of 0.1 m.
Available in more colours in the Vanessa series.
Frequently asked questions
Is the jersey in Bordeaux 937 opaque?
At 220 gsm Vanessa is a medium-weight jersey, and in a dark shade like Bordeaux it does not show through. That makes it suitable for dresses and skirts without lining.
How stretchy is this fabric?
With 6% elastane alongside 94% cotton the jersey stretches well, mainly across the width, and springs back to shape. That suits close-fitting patterns such as leggings or fitted tops.
Will it shrink in the wash?
Residual shrinkage is stated at 5%. Pre-wash the fabric at 30 °C before cutting so your finished garment keeps its measurements after the first wash.
How do I care for it?
Wash at 30 °C, iron on a low setting, do not bleach and do not tumble dry. Treated this way the colour and the elastic recovery stay reliable over many washes.
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