This Italian wool from Gucci feels fabulous.  It's smooth with a fluid drape and a distinctive damask weave.  Individual threads are black and violet, woven into a number of patterns that create subtle shapes which reverse on the 2 sides of the fabric.  Overall, the fabric appears to be a pretty shade of violet, despite the black threads that make the design possible.  It's a lightweight wool that will make outstanding jackets, vests, pants, skirts, and dresses.

Italian wool

62" wide