What Is Twill Fabric? Meaning, Properties & Uses

What is twill fabric?

Twill is a weave with diagonal ribs that makes the fabric strong, dense and resistant to creasing. It is a base for denim, gabardine and many uniform fabrics. This range includes viscose twill, Urban Twill, Ultra Twill Spandex, twill satin and twill georgette.

Twill fabric in Hindi

In Hindi, twill fabric is written as ट्विल. In everyday Indian trade talk you will also hear it called "twill kapda" or "twill cloth".

Properties of twill fabric

Property	Typical
Weight	100 to 300 GSM
Best for	It is a staple for trousers, uniforms, workwear, jackets, skirts and co-ord sets
Care	Check the care guidance on each product page, as it varies by fibre and finish

GSM is grams per square metre. Convert it to weight per metre with our GSM calculator.

What is twill fabric used for?

It is a staple for trousers, uniforms, workwear, jackets, skirts and co-ord sets. Many designs are available plain-dyed or ready for dyeing.

How to choose twill fabric

Look at GSM and stretch on each product. Lighter twills suit shirts and dresses, while heavier twills suit trousers, jackets and workwear.

How to wash and care for twill fabric

Check the care guidance on each product page, as it varies by fibre and finish. Test a small swatch before washing a full garment, and pre-wash if you plan to wash the finished piece.

What is twill fabric used for?

Twill is used for trousers, uniforms, jackets, skirts and workwear because its dense diagonal weave wears well and drapes cleanly.

Where to see and buy twill fabric

You can browse real twill fabric designs, with prices per metre, in our twill fabric collection. Trade buyers can ask for samples and bulk pricing through our contact page.