So we get a wide variety of ever-changing choices and even occasionally get some new old vintage stock. 99% of the fabrics we feature are made from the old weaving "cards"- the original designs from the 50's and early 60's. These designs are programmed on a simple card (a technique developed long before computers) that is put into the weaving machine; thus the identical old designs are made. Fiber varies from fabric to fabric. They use a mix for each fabric of some combination of silk, rayon and occasionally some polyester. But we go in and feel the fabric to be sure it is suitable for our styles. For the ones we select, if there is polyester in the mix it is usually undetectable or does not detract. Don't worry- we are at least as fussy as you are!
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Welcome to the world of Hollywood glamour, with a touch of exotica, from Whirlingturban's Chinese brocades!

We have a unique source for these fabrics. Our source changes stock from day to day! Often we see a motif and color ONE time, never to see it again. We normally do not buy rolls. We buy enough for 1-2 dresses; often that's all our supplier ever gets! We have to make a special effort to obtain a full roll when we make several matching bridesmaid dresses. Our supplier seems to have a relationship in China and -much to our good fortune- we get a wide variety of items that are plucked out of the warehouse of a Chinese manufacturer who has been in business since the 50's!

Can be ordered in
the following bodice style:

Shaheen Dream
Petal Bust Bodice
Hawaiian Heaven
Chinese Bombshel