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4 Fabric Stores You Need To Know

1/22/2017

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Have you ever wondered where costume designers for the movies buy their fabric and materials?  We have.  So after reading a few articles, we decided to do a little research.  We came up with a list of 4 to share with you.

Britex Fabrics

First up is Britex Fabrics.  Costume designer Terry Dresbach bought the floral patterned fabric there for one of the floral dresses that character Claire from the show Outlander wears.  This according to aHarper's Bazaar article.

They have a variety of fabrics and notions for you to choose from.  They are located in San Francisco so if you can't make it to the store,  buy online.  If you're wary about buying online, they do have 2" X 4 1/5" swatch services for $1 each when we last checked their website.  They offer free domestic shipping for the swatches but you should check their shipping page for details.

Jo-Ann Fabrics

Who would have thought that the major costume designers go to one of OUR favorite stores... JoAnn's?  That's where costume designer Mary Zophres went for the fabric for the yellow dress Emma Stone wears in the La La Land movie trailer.   JoAnn's also offers  swatches, for a small fee. 

B & J Fabrics

Located in Manhattan's Garment District, they have a wide variety of fabrics.  Their online selection of "novelty and sequins" fabric is impressive.  Though a bit expensive, we love their fabrics adorned with Swarovski Crystal beading.  They also offer swatch services by request.  Their swatches are 1" X 3" and there is a charge of $1.50 when we last checked.  They have a variety of fabrics and accessories.  From beaded belts, to feathers, to Alpaca furs, to beautiful embroidered tulle.  We learned from anNPR article that Costume Designer Coleen Atwood (known for such films as Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them) likes to use their fabrics.  If it's good enough for her, it's more than good enough for us.

B. Black And Sons

Now we go way over to the West Coast, to B. Black And Sons, located in LA's garment district.  Specializing in wool fabrics, this is where costume designer Mary Zophres got wool fabric for a sport coat worn by Ryan Gosling's character in La La Land.   If you're ever in need of fabric for a nice suit, seems like they're a good place to go.  When we checked, prices were very reasonable.  There was no information on swatch services when we last checked, but we'd encourage you tocontact them to find out.

On a side note, we're pleased to announce that we've teamed up with LOFT clothing to provide you, our readers, with sales and discounts on their products.   We're loving the detailed embroidered lace on this swing dress pictured below. Use the link and codes below to take part in the sale.

50% Off Everything with Promo Code: NOEXCUSES. Valid 1/19 12a EST - 1/22 11:59p EST

A photo posted by LOFT (@loft) on Jan 17, 2017 at 4:38pm PST



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