A variety of prints and fabrics hanging on a rack

THE FABRIC GUIDE

Our custom fabrics are carefully developed to look amazing, feel great, and flatter every figure. Get to know some of our very best.

  • Catalina Cloth™

    Catalina Cloth™. Our signature fabric. The best-kept secret of well-dressed women.

    • Stay cool in summer, layer easily in the winter.
    • Soft, breathable, quick-drying.
    • Wrinkle-free & no dry cleaning or ironing required.

  • Lyford Jersey

    Our custom knit jersey fabric is perfect for laid back luxe essentials.

    • Super soft
    • Natural drape
    • Generous stretch
    • Wrinkle-resistant

  • Performance Cloth

    A versatile performance knit spandex fabric.

    • Soft, breathable
    • Exceptional wear resistance
    • Sweat-wicking & ulta-fast-drying
    • UPF 50+ protection
    • Stretch and shape retention

  • Amelia Cloth

    This custom blend of rayon, nylon and spandex is the perfect balance between structure and stretch.

    • 4-way stretch
    • Smoothing & shaping control
    • Lightweight, crisp & wrinkle resistant
    • Subtle sheen finish

  • Bainbridge Cloth

    Our virtually seasonless knit jersey is crafted from a unique blend of natural rayon, nylon, and spandex.

    • Matte finish
    • Wrinkle-free
    • Generous stretch

  • J.McLaughlin uses the highest quality textiles to craft beautiful clothes. We take advantage of many types of fabric to suit each and every activity throughout your day, from casual walks to fancy parties. Whether you're looking for wrinkle resistance, stretchiness, or breathability, we'll keep you covered — literally. Attentive to the perfect finish? We carry different textures that range from a clean matte look to a subtle sheen. On this page, learn all about the types of fabric used for clothing that looks and feels great.

    We balance wearable comfort with standout textures. Many of our timeless dresses use the signature Catalina Cloth™️, a machine washable spandex knit that's breathable and takes color beautifully. You also can't go wrong Bainbridge Cloth when it comes to dresses — this gorgeous matte and generously stretchy jersey flatters every figure. Love a good pair of pants that won’t chafe? And if you wish that your classic jeans felt like yoga pants, slip into our 4-way stretch Knit Denim. For a lightweight shirt that you can layer on virtually any season, put on a top made with our machine washable Lyford Jersey. At J.McLaughlin, you’ll always get sophisticated styles with comfortable, high-quality fabrics.