Silk Jersey

Silk jersey

Silk jersey is a luxurious knitted fabric that combines the natural softness and breathability of silk with the comfortable stretch of jersey. Lightweight, fluid, and exceptionally soft, silk jersey fabric drapes beautifully over the body, making it a popular choice for luxury fashion, occasion wear, and premium everyday garments. Its elegant appearance and natural elasticity offer both comfort and sophistication.

Why choose deadstock silk jersey fabrics?

Choosing deadstock silk jersey fabric allows you to source premium-quality silk while supporting a more resource-conscious approach to fashion. At Fabric House, our designer deadstock fabrics come from surplus collections of luxury fashion houses and renowned European mills, ensuring exceptional quality in pristine condition.
By giving these unused fabrics a second life, we help reduce the demand for newly manufactured textiles while making the most of existing premium materials. Designers and brands gain access to exclusive silk jersey fabrics that combine exceptional craftsmanship, luxury, and limited availability.

Origin & characteristics

Unlike woven silk fabrics, silk jersey is created using a knitted construction, giving it natural stretch and excellent flexibility without necessarily requiring elastane. This unique structure allows the fabric to move effortlessly while maintaining its shape and creating a soft, fluid drape.
Silk jersey is lightweight yet surprisingly durable. It has a smooth, luxurious surface with an exceptionally soft hand feel and feels comfortable directly against the skin. As a natural silk fabric, it is breathable and temperature-regulating, helping to keep the wearer comfortable throughout the year. Depending on the knit weight, silk jersey can range from lightweight and semi-sheer qualities to heavier fabrics suitable for more structured garments.

Uses & applications

The combination of natural stretch, softness, and elegant drape makes silk jersey fabric suitable for a wide range of luxury garments.

It is ideal for:

Dresses and eveningwear

Blouses, tops, and elegant separates

Luxury loungewear and sleepwear

Lingerie and intimate apparel

Children's clothing and soft layering pieces

Buy online

Shop premium deadstock silk jersey fabric online at Fabric House. Every fabric is carefully inspected to ensure exceptional quality, luxurious softness, and beautiful drape. Our low minimum order quantities make it easy to source silk fabrics for sampling, capsule collections, and larger production runs.
Order fabric samples before purchasing to experience the weight, stretch, texture, and drape, helping you choose the perfect silk jersey fabric for your next project.

FAQ

What is silk jersey fabric?

Silk jersey is a knitted silk fabric that combines the natural properties of silk with the stretch and flexibility of jersey. It is soft, breathable, lightweight, and known for its elegant drape, making it ideal for luxury clothing.

Does silk jersey fabric stretch?

Yes. Silk jersey naturally stretches because of its knitted construction. Many silk jersey fabrics also contain a small amount of elastane to provide additional stretch, improved recovery, and better shape retention.

What is silk jersey fabric used for?

Silk jersey is commonly used for dresses, tops, blouses, luxury loungewear, lingerie, eveningwear, and garments that require both comfort and fluid movement.

Is silk jersey breathable?

Yes. As a natural silk fabric, silk jersey is highly breathable and naturally temperature-regulating, helping keep you comfortable in both warm and cooler conditions.

Is silk jersey suitable for summer clothing?

Absolutely. Its lightweight construction, breathability, and moisture-regulating properties make silk jersey an excellent choice for summer dresses, tops, and lightweight luxury garments.

How should silk jersey be cared for?

To preserve its softness, stretch, and drape, silk jersey is best professionally dry-cleaned. If hand washing is suitable for the specific fabric, use cold water with a gentle silk detergent, avoid wringing the fabric, and dry it flat away from direct sunlight.

Related categories:

• Silk satin
• Cotton jersey
• Viscose jersey