Chainmail Fabrics

Known for its metallic appearance and fluid feel, chainmail fabric has been popular for centuries. It dates all the way back to the 4th century B.C.E., and it made a comeback in modern times thanks to high fashion designers. Previously used in armor, today's chainmail fabric is lightweight and easy to drape. It features intricate patterns made out of a dense, metal mesh. Our selection of chainmail fabric features various colors, so you can create a wide range of unique, sophisticated designs. It's commonly used in popular fashion as well as costumes. Browse our selection of chainmail fabrics below!

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Historical and Modern Uses of Chainmail Fabric

Historically, chainmail was used in armor. It is especially associated with medieval knights. The metal it's made from provided a layer of protection during sword fights and other warfare. In modern times, chain mail is part of the fashion world. Gianni Versace helped popularize chainmail again in the 1980s. It's used for clothing as well as accessories. 

Chainmail Fabric's Unique Aesthetic

Chainmail fabric offers a unique aesthetic due to its metallic, intricately woven nature. We have chainmail fabric available in black, blue, rose gold, silver, brown and more. Chainmail fabric offers a level of dimension that some other fabrics don't, combining a heavy material with a lightweight, effortless appearance. 

Alternatives to Chainmail Fabric

If you're looking for an alternative to chainmail fabric, consider mesh or netting fabric, crochet fabric, or lame fabric. It's hard to find something that is directly like chainmail, but you can find an alternative that's metallic, offers a similarly unique woven technique, or has an otherwise interesting texture.

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