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. 

**A Note on Sourcing and Delivery:
This fabric is sourced from England and typically ships directly to you from the mill. This helps avoid double shipping and ensures faster delivery when possible. Availability can vary depending on current stock and the mill’s production schedule. Please also note that additional customs duties or import fees may be charged upon delivery — these are the responsibility of the customer, and we’re not able to estimate them in advance. We appreciate your understanding.

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