---
type: "fabric"
name: "Prunelle"
slug: "prunelle"
fabric_family: "woven"
construction: "twill"
typical_fibers:
  - "Wool"
  - "Silk"
weight_gsm: "200–350 g/m²"
price_tier: 4
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/prunelle"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:22:33.979506+00:00"
---

# Prunelle

Prunelle is a luxurious woven twill fabric made from a blend of wool and silk, known for its soft hand and elegant drape.

- **Fabric Family**: Woven
- **Construction**: Twill
- **Typical Fibers**: Wool, Silk
- **Weight**: 200–350 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 0.5–1.2 mm
- **Typical Width**: 140 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$$$ (4 of 5)

## About Prunelle

Prunelle features a distinctive twill weave that provides a diagonal ribbing effect, enhancing its visual appeal and durability. The combination of wool and silk fibers results in a fabric that is not only warm and insulating but also smooth and lustrous. This fabric is ideal for high-end garments such as tailored suits, dresses, and upscale upholstery, where both comfort and aesthetics are paramount.

## Woven Properties

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

## Stretch Properties

- **Warp Stretch**: 5%
- **Weft Stretch**: 3%

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 5 CFM
- **Hydrostatic Head**: 100 mm
- **Spray Rating**: 80
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 0.5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.15
- **UPF Rating**: 30

## Appearance & Hand

- **Luster**: Semi Bright
- **Opacity**: Opaque
- **Surface Texture**: smooth
- **Hand & Drape**: Fluid

## Performance Features

- Moisture Wicking
- Wrinkle Resistance
- Stain Release

## Common Finishes

- Mercerized
- Brushed
- Napped

## Common Applications

- Dresses
- Suits
- Upholstery
- Scarves

## Common Uses in Detail

### Dresses & Suits

Its soft hand, elegant drape, and refined surface make it an excellent choice for tailored suits and flowing dresses. The [Wool](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/wool)-silk blend provides both structure and fluidity, allowing garments to hold their shape while moving gracefully with the wearer.

### Scarves & Accessories

The lustrous sheen inherited from its silk content and the warmth contributed by [Wool](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/wool) make it ideal for scarves and fine accessories. Lightweight yet insulating, it drapes beautifully around the neck and adds a touch of understated luxury to any outfit.

### Upholstery & Interiors

Its dense [Twill](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/twill) construction lends durability and resilience, making it well suited for upholstering accent chairs and decorative cushions. The fabric's refined texture and subtle sheen elevate interior spaces, offering both tactile comfort and a sophisticated, polished aesthetic.

## Care Instructions

Machine wash cold on gentle cycle, tumble dry low or hang to dry, iron on low heat.

- Washing Machine Symbol
- Iron Symbol
- Do Not Bleach Symbol

## Additional Information

Prunelle is often favored in high-fashion collections for its luxurious feel and sophisticated appearance, making it a popular choice among designers for evening wear and formal attire.

- **Regional Names**: Twill Silk Wool Blend
- **Sourcing Regions**: Italy, France, 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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- [Cavalry Twill](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/cavalry-twill.md) — Woven
- [Cheviot](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/cheviot.md) — Woven

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