Dark Blue 597 is a deep, quiet blue with an almost night-sky character – dark enough to work as a basic, yet softer on the eye than black. Prints, embroidery and lighter cuffs stand out clearly against it, and the shade stays wearable all year round.
At 220 gsm, Vanessa sits in the medium-weight range: the fabric feels substantial in the hand, is opaque enough for dresses and falls in soft folds without any stiffness. The 5% elastane gives clear crosswise stretch with good recovery, so necklines and cuff edges keep their shape.
The surface is smooth and soft, with 95% cotton and Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification – pleasant against the skin and suitable for garments worn next to the body.
What Vanessa Dunkelblau is suitable for
- Shirts, long-sleeve tops and dresses, since 220 gsm makes the jersey opaque with a soft drape.
- Leggings and close-fitting pieces, because 5% elastane provides stretch and good recovery.
- Bodysuits and children's clothing, as 95% cotton and Oeko-Tex Standard 100 feel gentle on the skin.
- Larger pattern pieces such as dresses or raglan tops, thanks to the 155 cm fabric width when laying out.
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 Dark Blue 597 opaque?
Yes. At 220 gsm Vanessa is a medium-weight jersey and opaque enough for dresses and skirts. In this dark shade even less shows through than with pale colours.
How stretchy is this fabric?
With 5% elastane the jersey stretches mainly across the width and returns to shape well. That suits shirts, bodysuits and leggings whose patterns are drafted for elastane content.
How do I care for this jersey?
Wash at 30 °C, iron on a low setting, do not bleach and do not tumble dry. Since around 5% residual shrinkage is possible, wash the fabric once before cutting.
Is it suitable for baby clothes?
It is made of 95% cotton and 5% elastane, certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100, and at 220 gsm soft enough for bodysuits, rompers and little hats.
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