Beyond the Surface: The Rise of Textured Fabrics in Menswear

The overarching trend in menswear is "Back to the Classics", but that doesn't mean a return to the mundane. Instead, it’s about reinterpreting timeless designs with new-generation fabrics. The Roger La Viale team has observed that fabric itself is becoming the design statement, creating depth, movement, and character as garments drape on the wearer.

Menswear is seeing a major shift towards textured, three-dimensional fabrics that redefine tailoring and casual wear alike. Some of the key surface effects making waves this season include:
● Undulations & Seersucker Effects – Fabrics that naturally ripple, adding movement and comfort.
● Puffed Jacquards – Raised woven designs that add texture and depth.
● Intarsia-Inspired Surfaces – Interwoven or layered textures creating high-contrast visuals.
● Appliqué & Raised Effects – Additional fabric layers sewn onto the base fabric for a sculptural finish.
But the real game-changer? Linen.

Linen has always been a signature summer fiber, known for its breathability and relaxed appeal. However, for SS25, linen is being reinvented—especially in bottom-weight variations that add substance, texture, and structure. The Roger La Viale team has gone on a sourcing expedition, bringing together the best of Linen, Cotton, and Silk blends—all with this new-wave surface interest.

Roger La Viale is proud to present a series of innovative fabrics that embody this trend:
Kanvas Glaze – Replicates the magic of applique like technique using jacquards
Tech Needle – Timeless embroidery in cottons is what this range celebrates
Brittany Seersucker – This puckered classic is finished in a manner that enables longer lasting of the effect
Tech Intarsia – The technique of intarsia is actually knit inspired textiles. Here we see a woven version of the same
Aura – Puff effect with metallic yarn options define the future of Tuxedo looks