Selecting fine cloth from the swatch book — Fabrics & Craftsmanship at Manufaktur Bavaria

The Finest Fabrics in the World

Our Own Cloth · Holland & Sherry · Scabal · Loro Piana

Fabrics & Craftsmanship

Where Heritage Materials Meet Masterful Tailoring

A robe should be more than attire. At Manufaktur Bavaria, we believe it should feel like a second skin — built from the finest materials in the world and shaped by the hands of true artisans.

Woven for Us Alone

Our Signature Fabrics

Alongside the world's most renowned mill cloths, we weave our own luxurious fabrics of Merino wool, silk and cashmere — each engineered for comfort, breathability and a confident silhouette.

TIMELESS · Silver Wool

Our Own Cloth · 100% Merino · 150 g/m²

An exceptionally lightweight Merino wool, woven for understated luxury and effortless elegance.

TIMELESS · Silver Wool, at a weight of 150 g/m², is yarn-dyed and crafted specifically to our highest standards. An exceptionally lightweight, fine weave gives a uniquely soft, luxurious hand. An exclusive finishing treatment lends a subtle, elegant sheen — balanced between understated refinement and distinctive sophistication, with a drape that flatters your silhouette flawlessly.

The finest Merino wool regulates body temperature, absorbs moisture and releases it quickly without ever feeling damp — qualities prized worldwide for centuries as the epitome of exclusivity and quality.

For our lining we use 100% pure silk as standard — for thousands of years one of the most exclusive natural fabrics, imparting luxurious comfort, fine temperature regulation and a naturally captivating sheen.

Outer fabric100% finest Merino wool · 150 g/m²
Inner lining100% pure silk (standard)

Manufaktur Bavaria · Royal Regalia

Our Own Cloth · 95% Merino / 5% Cashmere · 155 g/m²

A masterfully crafted Merino-cashmere blend, created for royal dignity and moments of reverence — enveloping the wearer in sumptuous softness and understated luxury.

Royal Regalia, at 155 g/m², blends finest Merino wool with precious cashmere. Its lightweight, exceptionally fine weave creates an incomparably soft, luxurious feel, refined further by elegant cashmere fibres — a subtle, restrained sheen for connoisseurs of understated elegance, with remarkable durability and crease resistance.

The finest Merino wool regulates body temperature and manages moisture; cashmere, from the soft undercoat of the cashmere goat, adds softness, lightness and superior climate-regulating properties.

For our lining we use 100% pure silk as standard — unmatched comfort, excellent temperature regulation and a natural, captivating sheen.

Outer fabric95% Merino wool · 5% cashmere · 155 g/m²
Inner lining100% pure silk (standard)

TIMELESS · Gold Silk

Our Own Cloth · 77% Merino / 23% Silk · 160 g/m²

A luminous blend of silk and Merino wool — the richest, most refined sheen in our collection.

TIMELESS · Gold Silk, at 160 g/m², combines the finest Merino wool with luxurious silk for a textile embodying ultimate luxury and timeless elegance. Thanks to its notably high silk content, it carries the most distinguished, luxurious sheen in our collection — subtle yet unmistakably richer than other wool fabrics, with an exceptionally fine weave and elegant drape.

Merino wool regulates temperature by absorbing and quickly releasing moisture; the silk adds lightness, extraordinary softness and the intense, elegant shimmer that defines this cloth.

For our lining we use 100% pure silk as standard — exceptional comfort, ideal thermal regulation and a characteristically refined sheen.

Outer fabric77% Merino wool · 23% silk · 160 g/m²
Inner lining100% pure silk (standard)
Merino cloth up close

The World's Great Mills

Houses of Distinction

For those who wish to go further still, we offer the legendary cloths of Europe's finest weaving houses — each chosen for the way it drapes, breathes and endures.

Holland & Sherry cloth bales with seals

Holland & Sherry · “Royal Mile”

Super 140's · 187 g/m²

A Savile Row classic in Super 140's wool — known for its beautiful drape and timeless elegance.

The “Royal Mile 1976” collection takes its name from one of Scotland's most historic streets, connecting Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. It captures classic British styling combined with sophisticated modernity.

Fabric features

  • Crafted from luxury Super 140's Merino wool, known for exceptional fineness and softness.
  • A versatile weight of 187 g/m², ideal for comfortable wear through all seasons.
  • Classic, timeless weaves: herringbones, sharkskins, micro patterns, glen plaids, pinstripes and plains.
  • Distinguished suiting colours — classic greys, blues and browns.
  • Excellent drape, strength, stability and a luxurious hand feel.
Outer fabric100% Super 140's Merino wool · 187 g/m²
Scabal Capri Cool Wool cloth

Scabal · “Capri Cool Wool”

Super 130's · 173 g/m²

Cool-wool cloth with vibrant depth and an elegant touch — crafted for those who value comfort with distinction.

Scabal · Capri Cool Wool, at 173 g/m², is crafted from the finest Merino wool (Super 130's) in an exceptionally high-quality plain weave. Its lightweight, durable structure feels remarkably comfortable, complemented by a refined matte finish — ideal for those who appreciate classic, understated elegance.

Finest Merino wool regulates body temperature by absorbing and quickly releasing moisture, and offers outstanding wrinkle resistance, shape retention and natural resistance to UV and dirt.

For our lining we use 100% pure silk as standard — exceptional comfort, thermal regulation and a subtly luxurious sheen.

Outer fabric100% Merino wool (Super 130's) · 173 g/m²
Inner lining100% pure silk (standard)
Loro Piana Summer Tasmanian cloth

Loro Piana · “Summer Tasmanian”

Ultrafine Wool & Silk · 140 g/m²

Ultrafine wool and silk — lightweight, breathable and refined, ideal for year-round wear.

Loro Piana · Summer Tasmanian, at 140 g/m², blends the finest Merino wool with luxurious silk. Inspired by the legendary “Priest Cloth®” — an ultralight textile originally developed by Loro Piana for ecclesiastical garments — it is exceptionally fine and lightweight, with an incomparably soft, luxurious feel.

The silk content lends a refined, rich lustre that remains subtle and elegant. The superfine Merino, from Australia's purest regions, regulates temperature and manages moisture; the silk makes the cloth even lighter and softer.

For our lining we use 100% pure silk as standard — exceptional insulation, breathability and a naturally luxurious sheen.

Outer fabric85% Merino wool · 15% silk · 140 g/m²
Inner lining100% pure silk (standard)
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The Atelier

Master Tailoring from Bavaria

Each robe is handcrafted in our Bavarian workshop using time-honoured techniques and precise craftsmanship. From hand-finished seams to a true made-to-measure fit, we tailor every robe to reflect your role and stature.

  • 100% hand-measured and custom-made
  • Silk or jacquard interior lining
  • Hand-attached horn buttons
  • Draped to move with you, not against you
Doctoral pulpit robe

Built to Endure

A Robe Designed for a Lifetime

Our robes are created to last — in quality and in meaning. From your first day in office to every ceremony you'll lead, your robe will reflect the honour of your role.

It's not just a garment. It's your legacy.

Worn by the World's Most Respected Professionals

Judges. Bishops. Deans. Our robes are worn by leaders across the U.S. and Europe — from Harvard to the Federal Constitutional Court. What they share: the pursuit of excellence, and a robe that reflects it.

Feel the Quality

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Our own cloth · Holland & Sherry · Scabal · Loro Piana