Florence Brocade Fabric

Florence Brocade Fabric  

Fabric Content: 60% Cotton, 40% Viscose  

Fabric Width: 57½” (146cm)  

Pattern Repeat: The pattern repeats every 14½” (37cm) along the length (warp), with 4 fill repeats across the width (weft), and the center falling in the middle of the main motif.  

NOTE: This fabric is sold by the meter. To convert from yards to meters multiply by .914 
1 Meter = 39.37 inches 

The Florence Brocade is a late Victorian design with a distinctive heavy-weft effect, giving it a tactile presence and a lace-like appearance. Designed by William Perkins, it was inspired by Italian lacework and decorative arts, resulting in a fabric that feels both delicate and substantial.  

Florence works beautifully for vestments, banners, and altar hangings where a softer, more romantic texture is desired. Its deeper weave adds body and movement, while the repeating pattern keeps it visually grounded. This fabric offers a liturgical richness without overwhelming the eye.  

Florence is available in a wide array of liturgical colors, including Bridal White, Ivory, Deep Cream, Rose, Green, Violet, and Red, making it one of the more versatile and expressive brocades in the collection. The three shades of white makes Florence one of the few options for creating vestments with tone on tone. 

**NOTE: This fabric is sourced from England. Because of that, exact shipping charges cannot be calculated until your order is placed with the mill. Your fabric will usually be shipped directly to you to avoid a double shipping fee. Also note that availability can vary depending on current stock, and the lineup in their mill for additional runs.

This item is brought to you by the Saint Martha’s Guild, an apostolate of the Canons Regular of St. John Cantius.