It is a cotton basketweave in black and white with periodic mylar-like black ribbon yarns that provide the raffia-like sheen
a medium-light weight
and is just about opaque
so you could make an unlined coat with bound seams and hems
This amazing French fabric comes from Richard Ty1er
Italian designer deadstock 'splendid scroll' silk/viscose voile 1.625 yd Fabric Length:By the Yard It is a cotton basketweaveThis is an exquisite designer deadstock silk viscose voile woven from Italy, lightweight and semi opaque with a floaty drape. The "splendid scroll" print (28. 5" repeat) features shades of magenta rose, papaya, whisper pink, lavender, dark taupe, paprika, etc. (PANTONE 17 2036, 18 0933, 18 1444, 12 1305, 16 1442, etc.). Make a blouse, top, tunic, etc., and dress up or down. Dry clean or please test first if you wish to hand wash and hang to dry. 1.