This is part of an AMAZING and incredibly well-priced collection of fabrics from C@lvin K. and R@lph L. that I purchased as soon as it became available. This beauty is a cotton blend textured matelasse' suiting weight with an embossed-like surface texture. The color is off black. It's a medium-heavy weight suiting, malleable with a more firm and sculptural drape. Perfect for a tailored jacket, dress coat, vest, etc. Understated, sophisticated, classic with a modern twist. Dry cleaning recommended.