Coutil (or Coutille) is woven cloth created specifically for making corsets^[1]. It is woven tightly to inhibit penetration of the corset's bones and resist stretching. Coutil has a high cotton content. Cotton has good dimensional stability, or a resistance to stretching, which makes it a good choice for such a stressed garment. Coutil may be made to be plain (similar to 100% cotton facing), satin, or brocade. It is common for coutil to have a herringbone texture, or a similar woven texture^[2].

References

1. ↑ Feather Tippetts, Grand Gestures, Historical Costume Design, Morgan Hill, California. Retrieved on December 18, 2009
2. ↑ "Coutil/Corseting", Farthingales Fabrics by mail, Retrieved on December 18, 2009