Loro Piana Australis Fabric – Super 150s Wool Deep Navy Purple Stripe – 1.8m Italy
Loro Piana "Australis® Super 150's" Collection. A magnificent piece of "Soft Touch" Super 150s Merino Wool. The base is a deep, dark navy, featuring a rare and elegant Purple Pinstripe (the stripe thread itself is violet). Weighing approx. 275g/m, this 1.8m cut offers the ultimate soft handfeel and is perfect for a luxury sports jacket (smaller sizes) or a pair of high-end trousers. Made in Italy.
Brand / Mill: Loro Piana (Italy)
Collection: Australis® Soft Touch (Super 150's Native Australian Merino Wool)
Fabric Type: Superfine Worsted Wool Suiting
Weight: Approx. 274g/m (All-Season / 4-Season weight)
Length & Width: Length 1.8m x Width 150cm
Color & Pattern: Deep Navy with Purple (Violet) Pinstripes
Country of Origin: Italy
Ideal Use: Jacket (Small size), Trousers, Waistcoat
Condition: Brand New (Unused / Cut from bolt)
Brand / Mill: Loro Piana (Italy)
Collection: AUSTRALIS® SOFT TOUCH
Fabric Type & Weave: Super 150s Worsted Wool (Twill weave)
Composition: 100% Wool (Super 150s)
Weight: Approx. 274 g/m – The ideal balance of lightness and structure.
Width: Approx. 150 cm / 59 in
Length: 1.80 m
Note: Suitable for a jacket (up to EU 46/48), a vest, or a single pair of trousers.
Color & Pattern: A very dark, midnight navy base. The pinstripe is not white or grey, but a subtle Purple/Violet thread.
Seasonality: All Seasons (Year-round)
Ideal Garment: Luxury Trousers, Statement Blazer (Small), Vest
Country of Origin: Made in Italy
Condition: New, flawless.
Packaging: Carefully folded and packed in a sturdy box.
The Collection: Australis® "Australis" is Loro Piana's tribute to the finest Australian Merino wool. The fiber diameter is exceptionally fine (Super 150s, likely around 16 microns), resulting in a fabric that feels almost like cashmere but behaves like a resilient worsted wool. The "Soft Touch" finish gives it a fluid, liquid-like drape.
Hand, Drape & Performance Because this is Super 150s, the handfeel is incredibly smooth and silky. It catches the light with a noble sheen. It is softer than the standard "Four Seasons" line, offering a heightened sense of luxury against the skin.
Color Character: "The Purple Stripe" This is a detail for the connoisseur. From a distance, it appears as a classic dark navy suit cloth. Up close, the stripe reveals itself as a deep violet. This "Purple on Navy" combination is low-contrast and incredibly chic, evoking a sense of royalty and night-time elegance rather than strict business formality.
Philosophical Reflection
"Like a midnight sky where the stars are violet, not white. A quiet deviation from the norm that speaks of deep sophistication."
Super 150s: Handle with Care This is a true luxury cloth. While 274g is a durable weight, the Super 150s fiber is delicate. It is best suited for garments that will be treated with care—occasional jackets or fine trousers—rather than a daily commuter suit. The trade-off is an unmatched softness and drape.
Styling the "Purple Stripe" The purple stripe is subtle, so it is surprisingly versatile.
Trousers: A pair of trousers in this fabric would be stunning. The purple stripe allows you to pair them with a burgundy knit or a simple crisp white shirt.
Jacket: If the 1.8m length suits your size, this makes a phenomenal evening jacket. The purple tone works beautifully under artificial light (restaurants, bars).
1.8m Usage Note Please be aware this is 1.8m.
For Trousers: Plenty of fabric for any size, including cuffs.
For Jacket: Fits smaller sizes (EU 44-46, maybe 48 short). Please consult your tailor before purchasing for a jacket.
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100% Wool (Super 150s)
Luxury Trousers: The best use for this length. The drape will be spectacular.
Evening Jacket: (For smaller sizes) A sophisticated alternative to a tuxedo jacket.
Waistcoat / Vest: Can be used to make a vest to match an existing navy suit (if tones align).