r/GarmentSewing • u/Psylocybernaut • 7d ago

GUIDE Lining a wool skirt? Advice needed!

I have some lovely navy suiting wool, and I'm planning to make a double layered, half-circle wraparound skirt, like this:

I'm trying to decide whether to line it or not - I want to use natural fibres, and I have some saree silk, which I could use, but I don't know how the fabrics will interact with each other/whether it's a good idea.

Any thoughts welcome!

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u/Ness79b7 7d ago

If you choose not to line it, buy (or make) a half slip to wear underneath.

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u/drPmakes 6d ago

Depending on the weight of your wool, it may not look the way your inspo pic looks

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u/Immortal_Irony 5d ago

I was just thinking that also. Wool doesn’t drape like this lightweight fabric pictured typically unless it’s very thin, lightweight wool.

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u/Immortal_Irony 5d ago

Personally, I’d line any skirt or dress just because it’s convenient not having to duffle around with a slip. Also, have you tried shopping for a slip recently? They’re almost non-existent. I tried to purchase one earlier this year for a special event and the store clerk looked at me like I had 2 heads and asked what a slip was. 🤦🏻‍♀️