With capsule wardrobes, the process of making a new garment becomes a lot more intensive. You want the fabric, the style, everything about the garment, to mix right in with your current capsule. That’s why it is important to pay attention to the color of your fabric, the fiber and its practicality in your everyday life. Today’s article is going to be focused on choosing fabric for casual pants. This is definitely not an exhaustive list, but should give you a good start on choosing the right fabric for your project!

Cotton.

A natural fiber that is most often used in making shirts, it is also popular for casual pants. Popular cotton fabrics for pants include twill and denim.

Knit

A fabric made from only one set of yarns that all run the same direction, knit fabrics have a slightly bumpy texture. Knits are a good choice for casual clothing and career pants.

Linens.

A natural fiber produced from the stem of the flax plant. Stronger, stiffer and more lustrous than cotton, it is resistant to deterioration. Linen cloth wrinkles easily, requiring more maintenance than cotton. Linen is the classic fabric of dressy summer pants.

Nylon, acrylic, polyester, rayon.

These are synthetic fibers, which are easier to clean but lack the durability or the appearance of wool or cotton. They are often blended with natural fibers to take advantage of the best qualities in each. Synthetic fibers are often found in dress pants.

Silk

The finest natural fabric (spun on the looms of the gods, according to legend), nothing comes close in luster, warmth, strength or durability. Silk is also more expensive and more difficult to maintain than other materials. Silk makes the most luxurious women’s pants.

If you are shopping for beautiful fabric with a luxurious feel to it, then silk should be your choice. It is smooth and has this unique luster that is very eye-catching. It is the perfect fabric for making casual pants.