A little bit further into the future, poplin was used as the primary fabric for both the British and American militaries in WWII. This was decided due to the fact that poplin had the ability to withstand the trial and tears of battle, all while keeping the soldiers cool. 

This incredibly durable fabric is resistant to everything from a rip to a stain, all while remaining smooth to the touch. In addition, the tight weave of poplin allows for the fabric to drape perfectly over the skin, making it a very flattering fabric for any body type. Though it’s very breathable and lightweight, poplin can also be made to be a bit warmer for the colder months by using yarns from silk and wool rather than cotton. However, it’s not usually the fabric that is chosen for designing winter clothing. 

Twill Fabric

Twill is a thick fabric in which the yarns are packed quite tightly together, resulting in a very strong material that can be used for jeans, pants, and jackets. Well-known fabrics and patterns such as houndstooth, herringbone, gabardine, and denim are all forms of twill. The weave of twill is most easily characterized by the diagonal lines that run across it.

These diagonal lines are created by an offset in the warp threads. In addition to being quite thick and durable, the texture and weave of twill make it difficult for stains to permeate the fabric, making twill a real winner for those who are wanting to avoid any sort of embarrassing food drink mishaps at a more formal event. 

Twill is known as being one of the most ancient weaving techniques. Pieces of the popular herringbone fabric have been discovered in Ireland that dates back as far as 600 BC. In addition, other ancient artifacts of herringbone fabrics have similarly been found in Italy, Austria, and even China, proving that the history of twill extends beyond the borders of Europe.