Bordeaux appears in this jersey as a deep, dark red tone that feels warm and rich at once - not loud, but muted and easy to combine. On the medium-weight fabric the colour looks even and calm, without streaks or uneven patches.
At 220 g/m² the fabric has a pleasant weight in hand, drapes softly and stays opaque enough for dresses without feeling stiff. The hand feel is smooth, the surface even and slightly cool, typical for cotton jersey.
Thanks to the 5 percent elastane content, the fabric moves with the body and springs back into shape after stretching. This makes it just as comfortable for close-fitting pieces as for loosely cut garments. The 155 cm width allows larger pattern pieces to be placed easily.
Bordeaux combines well with other shades in the series and looks understated and elegant, whether used for children's clothes or adult garments.
What Vanessa Bordeaux is suitable for
- Suitable for dresses, as the fabric at 220 g/m² is opaque enough.
- Suitable for bodysuits and close-fitting children's wear, as the jersey stays soft and stretchy thanks to 5% elastane.
- Suitable for shirts and leggings, as the knit fabric adapts to body shape and springs back.
- Suitable for sensitive skin, as the fabric is certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100.
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
How stretchy is this fabric?
Thanks to the 5% elastane content, the jersey stretches well and returns to its original shape afterwards, making it suitable for close-fitting patterns.
Does the fabric need to be washed before cutting?
Yes, pre-washing is recommended since the fabric has a residual shrinkage of 5%, which would otherwise only become apparent after sewing.
Is this fabric suitable for children's clothing?
Yes, the jersey is certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100 and at 220 g/m² is soft enough for bodysuits while still opaque enough for dresses.
How should this fabric be cared for?
The fabric can be washed at 30 degrees, should not be bleached and should not be tumble dried. Ironing at a low temperature is possible.
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