XYLDXSJ 双龙戏珠 - Gilt-Thread Song Brocade 织金宋锦, 38 momme 140cm wide by the yard

ABOUT
Song Brocade – A Heritage Silk for Modern Couture
Song Brocade is one of China’s most refined and prestigious silk textiles, originating from the Song Dynasty and traditionally woven in Suzhou.

Renowned for its intricate jacquard structure and harmonious color layering, Song Brocade embodies a quiet elegance — subtle yet richly detailed. The patterns often feature geometric compositions, florals, or traditional auspicious motifs, woven directly into the fabric using multi-colored silk threads.

Unlike heavier brocades, Song Brocade offers a balanced hand feel: structured yet fluid, luminous yet sophisticated. Many designs reveal beauty on both sides, making it especially suitable for:

Couture garments
Structured jackets and coats
Eveningwear
Statement accessories
Heritage-inspired collections

A textile that bridges cultural legacy and contemporary design, Song Brocade brings depth, craftsmanship, and narrative to modern atelier creations.

DIMENSIONS

⚬ Fabric width : 140 centimetres (55.11 inches)

⚬ Fabric length : cut to order

⚬ Minimum purchase : 1 yard ( 92 centimetres)

No cutting✨ if you buy multi quantities, you'll receive your beautiful fabric in one piece, continuous without extra cut.

THE DETAILS

⚬ Material : 100% mulberry silk + Gilt-thread

⚬ Fabric type : Chinese Gilt-Thread Song Brocade (织金宋锦) 

⚬ Thickness : 38 Momme 

⚬ Weight approx :~163 gsm

⚬ Non-toxic dyes and low chemical processing

Please note that the real color might be slightly different from what you see on your monitors.

IMPORTANT

As each production has slightly color difference, please purchase enough length for your project as it will have color difference in two purchases.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

⚬ DRY CLCEAN ONLY ⚬ 

Care requirements vary by fiber, weave and finish. Always follow any specific instructions in the individual product description.

SILK FABRICS

CROSE silk fabrics may have a water shrinkage rate of approximately 1–20%, depending on the fabric. Pre-wash before cutting and sewing.

Exception: Mud Silk and Hongyunsha can be sewn directly without pre-washing.

• Hand wash gently in cool or lukewarm water, no warmer than 30°C / 86°F.
  
• Use a mild detergent formulated for silk or wool.
  
• Do not bleach, soak, wring or tumble dry.
  
• Dry flat or hang in the shade, away from direct sunlight.
  
• Steam gently or iron on low heat from the reverse side.
  

NATURAL FIBERS

Cotton, linen and ramie fabrics may shrink after washing. Pre-wash before cutting and sewing.

• Hand wash or machine wash on a gentle cycle in cool or lukewarm water.
  
• Use a mild detergent.
  
• Do not bleach or tumble dry.
  
• Dry flat or hang in the shade.
  
• Iron on low to medium heat from the reverse side.
  

WOOL & CASHMERE

• Professional dry cleaning only.