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Ottoman

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Ottoman is a woven textile distinguished by prominent crosswise ribs, generally produced with fine warp yarns and heavier grouped or filling yarns. It has traditionally been made from silk, wool, cotton, or blended fibers, with the fiber and rib size determining its weight and stiffness. Its firm structure makes it suitable for coats, dresses, formal garments, accessories, upholstery, and other applications that benefit from a pronounced surface texture.

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What is Ottoman fabric?

Ottoman is a woven textile distinguished by prominent crosswise ribs. The ribs are created by using fine warp yarns with heavier grouped or filling yarns.

What fibers can Ottoman textile contain?

Ottoman has traditionally been made from silk, wool, cotton, or blended fibers. The fiber choice and rib size affect the fabric’s weight, surface, and drape.

Is Ottoman fabric smooth or ribbed?

Its defining surface is ribbed rather than completely smooth. The raised horizontal ribs can be subtle in a lightweight fabric or pronounced in a heavier version.

What is Ottoman fabric used for?

Its structured ribbed surface makes it suitable for garments and decorative textiles that need body. Exact uses depend on whether the Ottoman is made from silk, wool, cotton, or a blend.

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