A smooth-surfaced textile woven from cotton or linen threads and given a satin finish. It is traditionally used in tailoring as a durable, friction-reducing lining material for coats and jackets. The satin weave allows the garment to slip easily over the wearer's inner layers without catching.
Heard on the job
We need three yards of Italian cloth to line the body of this bespoke overcoat.
Also heard as
- Italian lining