Whats the best durable fabric for skirts?

[JoAnnaL1209]

What is a fabric that washes well, is sturdy and won't wrinkle too much. Thanks!

[iowaorganic]

Well- I wear denim skirts all the time and they never wear out. I did just make one out of a wool plaid (bought the fabric at a yard sale for 25 cents). It washes well and hasn't wrinkled yet and it was still very easy to sew one. I think it will be quite durable! I make all of my summer skirts out of quilting cotton (because it is pretty) or linen. They wrinkle though.

[Scribe]

I have a Libby Dibby skirt that is made of a heavy cotton--almost canvas--and I truly think it will last forever.

[timneh_mom]

Another vote for wool. Maybe a wool blend that is washable (mostly wool and a bit of nylon or something like that). Might need to let it air dry but wool is pretty durable and warm for winter.

[diamond lil]

Cordoroy. It actually looks better and feels softer the more times you wash and wear it. I find it a bit difficult to handle for sewing. Are you looking to sew a skirt? Your machine may require a heavier needle for cordoroy.

[Kidzaplenty]

[onelilguysmommy]

denim, cord, canvas, any of these made from hemp, etc

[Ruthla]

I've got skirts from thin linen for summer, the denim one I'm wearing right now, plus I have a thin cordoroy skirt, and a black wool skirt, and several rayon skirts I wear in the summer, and several cotton knit skirts that are pretty much worn out now, but held up for several years of constant use.