Premier Digital Textiles Spotlights Distinctive Herringbone Weave in Latest Collection
Manchester February 2026 – Premier Digital Textiles, a leader in innovative textile solutions, has announced a renewed focus on its premium Herringbone fabric collection, also known as broken twill weave.
As the textile industry continues to evolve towards high-quality, durable, and aesthetically distinct materials, the company is positioning this classic V-shaped weaving pattern as a cornerstone for contemporary design and sustainable fashion applications.
Herringbone is distinguished from a plain chevron by the break at reversal, creating a pattern that resembles a broken zigzag.
This distinctive weave gets its name from its resemblance to the skeleton of a herring fish.
Beyond its visual appeal, the structure of the weave offers enhanced durability and a unique drape, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of apparel and home furnishing applications.
By highlighting this traditional technique, Premier Digital Textiles aims to bridge the gap between time-honoured craftsmanship and modern digital printing capabilities.
In an era where fast fashion often compromises quality for speed, Premier Digital Textiles remains committed to offering fabrics that stand the test of time.
The durability inherent in the Herringbone weave aligns with the company's broader commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.
By encouraging the use of robust materials that offer longevity, the company advocates for a shift away from disposable trends and towards a more circular, responsible textile economy.
Premier Digital Textiles invites designers, manufacturers, and industry partners to explore the potential of this distinctive fabric.
The company is currently fielding enquiries regarding its Herringbone fabric and offering a full stock list to interested parties.
This initiative is part of a broader strategy to supply the market with textiles that do not just meet aesthetic needs but also adhere to higher standards of quality and environmental responsibility.
Premier Textiles
Founded in Manchester more than 30 years ago, Premier Textiles is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of textiles and fabric solutions for the fashion, interiors, and industrial markets.
The company provides customers with end-to-end support – from fibre sourcing and yarn development to dyeing, finishing, and distribution – and is trusted by some of the world’s most recognisable brands and manufacturers.
We are an independent family owned company, founded in 1981 in Manchester, the worlds 1st Industrial city and the historic home of cotton textile spinning.
Premier Textiles is part of the Premier Group of Companies, which also includes Premier Digital Textiles and Premex Solutions.
Premier Digital Textiles is the group’s specialist in digital-ready fabrics, supplying sustainable, high-performance materials to digital print and design sectors worldwide.
Its innovation in digital textile printing has made it a trusted partner to global OEMs, designers and print houses.
Premex Solutions, based in the USA, provides print-ready textiles to the global digital print market, with its award-winning PrepRITE™ fabric range now used by leading OEMs such as HP, Mimaki and Monti Antonio.
Together, the three companies form a vertically integrated textile group built on innovation, quality and sustainable manufacturing – serving a diverse range of industries and supporting customers from concept to finished product.
