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What makes a fabric suitable for outerwear?
Look for weather strategy, durable face, compatible insulation or lining plan. Typically denser or technical weights.
How do I know if a fabric is truly heavyweight?
Use published weight plus construction. Heavy jersey and heavy canvas solve different problems.
How should I continue after reading about fabric for outerwear?
Use the outerwear brief on this page, then open a fabric page. Outerwear selection starts with weather and layering, not fibre fashion.