Jacquard Fabrics

Discover our collection of jacquard and brocade fabrics by the metre, featuring patterns woven directly into the textile structure rather than printed onto the surface. This construction creates texture, relief and decorative effects that are an integral part of the fabric.

At Ribes & Casals, you'll find jacquard and brocade fabrics on a variety of textile bases, in different colours, fibre compositions and finishes, from subtle and elegant designs to more ornate and statement-making fabrics.

What is jacquard fabric?

Jacquard refers to a weaving technique that allows complex patterns to be created directly during the production of the fabric through precise control of the warp yarns.

This makes it possible to produce floral, geometric, ornamental, abstract and figurative designs with varying levels of texture, shine and contrast.

What is brocade fabric?

Brocade is a particularly decorative fabric, often associated with rich motifs, more pronounced relief and, in many cases, additional or metallic yarns.

It generally has a more ornate and structured appearance than a simple jacquard, making it especially suitable for dresses, jackets, occasionwear and special garments.

What is the difference between jacquard and brocade?

• Jacquard: primarily refers to the weaving technique used to integrate complex patterns into the fabric structure.
• Brocade: usually describes a richer, more ornamental fabric with raised motifs and sometimes additional or metallic yarns.

A brocade can be woven using jacquard techniques, but not every jacquard fabric is brocade.

Texture and relief in jacquard and brocade fabrics

Changes in weave, yarn thickness, colour and density make it possible to create raised textures and dimensional effects directly during weaving.

In brocade fabrics, this relief is often more pronounced, while jacquards can also feature very subtle and refined textures.

Jacquard on different fabric bases

Jacquard does not refer to one specific fibre. It can be made from cotton, polyester, viscose, fibre blends, lurex and other effect yarns.

Weight, drape, thickness, relief and shine will depend on the individual construction and fibre composition.

Brocade with metallic and shimmering effects

Our collection may also include brocade fabrics with metallic yarns or lurex, creating additional depth, shine and visual richness.

Jacquard fabrics in different colours and patterns

Explore jacquard fabrics in tonal or multicoloured designs featuring floral, geometric, classical, baroque and contemporary motifs.

What can you make with jacquard fabric?

• Dresses and occasion dresses
• Jackets and blazers
• Skirts
• Lightweight coats
• Structured outfits
• Traditional clothing
• Occasionwear
• Stagewear
• Accessories

What can you make with brocade?

Brocade fabric is particularly suited to garments where the textile itself is intended to make a statement, including occasion dresses, jackets, skirts, bodices, capes and traditional clothing.

Should you choose jacquard or brocade?

For a woven pattern with a more versatile character, choose jacquard. For a richer, more decorative and heavily textured finish, brocade may be the better option.

Buy jacquard and brocade fabric by the metre online

Explore our jacquard and brocade fabrics by the metre in a variety of colours, textile bases, textures and finishes.

Choose the right design for your project and buy jacquard or brocade fabric online by the metre, ordering exactly the quantity you need.