This Vegan Aloe-Vera Herringbone Silk fabric is a thoughtfully engineered textile that combines plant-based silk fibers with natural cotton backing. Woven in a classic herringbone pattern, it offers visual depth, subtle texture, and the unique advantage of being reversible—with a silky, lustrous face and a soft cotton reverse. Designed for comfort, durability, and conscious luxury, this fabric bridges elegance and everyday wearability.

How This Fabric Is Made

The silk-like component of this fabric is produced using plant-derived cellulose infused with aloe vera, which is processed into fine, smooth filaments. Aloe vera is valued for its naturally soothing and skin-friendly properties, contributing to the fabric’s soft touch and breathable comfort.

These aloe-vera-enhanced fibers are woven together with natural cotton yarns in a herringbone weave structure. The construction places the aloe-vera silk yarns predominantly on the front face for sheen and elegance, while cotton forms the backing, providing softness, strength, and moisture comfort.

This dual-fiber weaving technique results in a reversible fabric:

Front: Silky, lightly lustrous, textured herringbone surface
Back: Soft, breathable cotton feel against the skin

Technical Specifications

Material: Vegan Aloe-Vera Silk with Cotton Backing
Weave: Herringbone
Construction: Reversible woven fabric
GSM: 180
Width: 44 inches
Finish: Textured silk face with soft cotton reverse

Handfeel & Drape

With the increased 180 GSM, the fabric has a more substantial, premium handfeel while maintaining fluidity. The front retains a smooth, silk-like touch with structured texture from the herringbone weave, while the cotton back adds comfort and breathability. The added weight enhances drape control, making it suitable for structured silhouettes as well as flowing garments.

Ideal Uses

Dresses, skirts, and co-ord sets
Sarees, blouses, and draped garments
Lightweight jackets, overlays, and reversible pieces
Ethnic-fusion and contemporary silhouettes
Statement garments requiring texture and body

Care Instructions:
Gentle hand wash in cold water
Use mild detergent only
Do not wring or twist
Do not bleach
Line dry in shade
Iron or steam on low heat

Disclaimers:

This is a vegan, plant-based silk alternative, not animal silk
Natural variations in weave and texture are part of blended fabrics
Color may vary slightly due to lighting and screen settings