---
type: "fabric"
name: "Cavalry Twill (suiting)"
slug: "cavalry-twill-suiting"
fabric_family: "woven"
construction: "plain"
typical_fibers:
  - "Wool"
weight_gsm: "250–350 g/m²"
price_tier: 4
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/cavalry-twill-suiting"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:03:17.420948+00:00"
---

# Cavalry Twill (suiting)

Cavalry Twill is a durable, woven fabric characterized by its diagonal ribbing and typically made from wool, making it ideal for tailored garments such as suits and trousers.

- **Fabric Family**: Woven
- **Construction**: Plain
- **Typical Fibers**: Wool
- **Weight**: 250–350 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 0.8–1.2 mm
- **Typical Width**: 150 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$$$ (4 of 5)

## About Cavalry Twill (suiting)

Cavalry Twill is a robust woven fabric known for its distinctive diagonal rib pattern, which is created through a specific weaving technique that emphasizes durability and a refined appearance. This fabric is primarily made from wool, providing natural breathability and warmth, making it suitable for cooler climates. The twill weave allows for a smooth surface while maintaining strength, making it a popular choice for tailored garments, especially in formal suiting and trousers. Its weight and structure lend themselves well to a crisp drape, enhancing the silhouette of tailored pieces.

## Woven Properties

- **Ends per Inch (EPI)**: 50
- **Picks per Inch (PPI)**: 40

## Stretch Properties

- **Warp Stretch**: 2%
- **Weft Stretch**: 2%

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 5 CFM
- **Hydrostatic Head**: 100 mm
- **Spray Rating**: 80
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 0.5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.1
- **UPF Rating**: 15

## Appearance & Hand

- **Luster**: Semi Matte
- **Opacity**: Opaque
- **Surface Texture**: smooth
- **Hand & Drape**: Balanced

## Performance Features

- Wrinkle Resistance
- Stain Release

## Common Finishes

- Mercerized
- Sanforized
- DWR Durable Water Repellent

## Common Applications

- Suiting
- Trousers
- Jackets

## Common Uses in Detail

### Suiting & Tailoring

Its dense diagonal rib and firm hand make it a preferred choice for tailored suits and blazers. The [Wool](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/wool) construction provides natural drape and resilience, ensuring garments hold their shape through extended wear while projecting a polished, professional appearance.

### Trousers & Riding Breeches

Originally favored by cavalry officers, this fabric excels in structured trousers and riding breeches. Its tight weave resists abrasion from saddle contact, while the diagonal [Twill](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/twill) adds stretch recovery and durability, keeping a clean silhouette under demanding conditions.

## Care Instructions

Machine wash cold with similar colors, do not bleach, tumble dry low or hang to dry, iron on medium heat.

- Washing: 30°C
- Ironing: Medium
- Do Not Bleach
- Do Not Tumble Dry

## Additional Information

Cavalry Twill is often used in high-quality tailored garments due to its durability and elegant finish. It is a staple in men's formal wear.

- **Regional Names**: Cavalry Cloth
- **Sourcing Regions**: Italy, UK, China
- **Testing Standards**: Martindale/Rub count, Pilling, Colorfastness to wash/light, Seam slippage, Tear strength

## Fibers in This Fabric

- [Wool](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/wool.md)

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