Couture & bridal fabrics since 1989
Family owned · Melbourne & London
A family business, a lifetime in silk
Silk World is a family-run business, established more than 35 years ago. From humble beginnings it has grown into one of the leading fabric stores and suppliers of couture and bridal fabrics in Australia and New Zealand, and now has an office in London.
Whether you are an emerging designer, an established fashion house, a couture dressmaker, a bride searching for the fabric for your day, or simply someone who loves beautiful cloth, there is something here for you.
Shop bridal fabrics
Three ways to shop
The showroom
Our showroom is in the heart of Melbourne's rag trade district, Kew. Browse the full range on weekdays, no appointment needed.
Plan a visit
Online
Shop the collection from anywhere in the world. It's updated regularly with new arrivals.
New arrivals
Trade
Wholesale accounts, agents across Australia, New Zealand and the UK, and an indent collection made to order.
WholesaleFine fabrics & laces
We specialise in silk, from delicate satin chiffon and sumptuous crepe de chine to opulent sandwash satin and deluxe heavy crepe satin. Not sure which silk suits your garment? Our team is always happy to guide you.
With a strong focus on bridal, we also carry captivating laces and exquisite embroidered tulles, for the gown, the mother of the bride, and every special occasion.
Shop all fabricsWho we dress
- Emerging designersLow minimums and an indent collection to build a first range.
- Fashion housesWholesale accounts, with agents in Australia, New Zealand and the UK.
- Couture dressmakersSilks, laces and embroidered tulles by the metre.
- BridesThe fabric for your gown, and for the mother of the bride.
- Fabric loversNew arrivals, trims and remnants.
Sourced from the finest mills
Over 35 years we have built close relationships with mills and makers across Europe and Asia, and new shipments arrive at our warehouse constantly.
For trade clients we keep a curated indent collection in our Kew showroom, updated regularly, where you can order fabrics made just for you. Our agents cover Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Get in touch and we will connect you with yours.
