Barathea is a fabric used in men’s formal wear, known for its “pebbled” look from the broken-rib weave. It can be made of silk, wool, or synthetic fibers and is used for jackets, ties, and suspenders. It was originally used for mourning wear and is also used in women’s formal wear.
Barathea is a type of fabric used primarily in men’s formal wear. It is distinguished by the method used to weave it, which gives it a “pebbled” look. It can be made of silk, wool, and blends of synthetic fibers.
All fabric is characterized by the way in which the warp, or length, and weft, or width, threads are woven. Barathea’s pebble texture comes from its “broken-rib weave,” the pattern by which the warp and weft fibers go over and over again. Cloth woven in this way has the same weaving pattern visible on both sides. This method of weaving, as well as the materials used, give the fabric a matte finish.
Barathea was originally created in England. The fabric was used in the creation of clothing worn for mourning. It is usually made in solid colors. Black, dark blue, and white are common, although woven with threads of two different colors can also be found.
Being a strong and resistant fabric, barathea is mainly used in the creation of men’s clothing. It is a base of many items used in the black tie dress. Bow ties, suit jackets, and cummerbunds are often made from this fabric. It is also a popular material when used to make men’s ties. Another set of formal wear for men that requires a jacket made of barathea is the kilt.
Barathea is also used to make women’s clothing. In contrast to men’s recommendations for black tie dress, women are expected to wear cocktail dresses instead of formal suits. It is mainly used to create structured jackets and knee-length skirts used in formal business wear, as well as to make tailored trousers.
The material used to create the barathea cloth dictates what garment it will be used for. Worsted barathea is made from woolen yarn, and suit coats are most often cut from this strong fabric. Fabric made entirely of silk, or silk and cotton, allows for a softer, more flexible fabric for use in ties.
Barathea is also used in the manufacture of men’s suspenders, also known as “braces.” Suspenders for winter clothing are made of box cloth, a heavy felt-like material. In the summer, men’s fashionistas recommend switching to braces made of barathea, which, although made from a wool blend, is still much lighter and more breathable than box cloth.
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