AT RUBY JONES, FABRICS ARE EVERYTHING
CASENTINO CLOTH
A fabric with an incredibly rich heritage story and a very unique look, Casentino wool has been produced in the Casentino Valley of Tuscany since the Middle Ages.
Originally a humble working cloth, its warmth and remarkable durability made it a natural choice for monks, shepherds, and woodcutters who spent their days outdoors. Over time, what began as a rugged necessity found its way into Italian tailoring. Today, it remains a rare textile, woven in small mills in only one region in Tuscany.
Casentino is unmistakable for its textured, curly surface. After the wool is woven, its fibers are raised and worked through a traditional finishing process called ratinatura, which gathers the soft nap into the tiny curls characteristic of the cloth. The resulting surface is both insulating and breathable, with warmth and natural water resistance that make it resilient against the elements.
NATURALLY DYED BEDFORD CORD
Soft, supple and durable, this 100% cotton fabric has the perfect properties for workwear pieces. Its vertical weave—similar to corduroy, but without the fuzziness—absorbs the dye in a way that gives it a weathered, faded look.
Our Bedford cord pieces are dyed with plant-based pigments that come from madder root, chestnut extract, and cutch. Natural dyes have beautiful tonal variation, with the final shade influenced by the plant, the fiber of the fabric, the dye bath, and the process itself. No two pieces will look exactly the same!
Unlike synthetic dyes, natural dyes come from living and naturally replenishing sources that biodegrade. They create no toxic runoff, utilize less water, and are safe for the workers and communities exposed.
ORGANIC COTTON KNITS
Our signature Onesie Shirts and Tees are made from organic cotton, knitted in waffle and rib. Buttery soft and breathable against the skin, these textured knits are designed to be worn close to the body, making them easy, versatile base layers that pair naturally with almost any outfit.
With proper care, these shirts can last for many years without pilling, thinning, or showing signs of wear. Our tops are designed to become part of your everyday wardrobe—and to stay there.
Certified organic, our cotton is cultivated without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or genetically modified organisms.
AIRY WOOL GAUZE
New this season, we're excited to introduce 100% wool gauze, produced at a small mill in Osaka, Japan. The fabric is the result of decades of refinement and generations of textile expertise.
It has the look of a classic wool plaid, but not the feel. Unlike traditional wool tartans, which can be heavy and scratchy, this gauze is incredibly light, soft, and bouncy, with an almost airy quality against the skin.
Yarn-dyed in a familiar navy plaid with subtle sheerness, it is a fabric that defies expectations of weight and feel.
"SUNNY DRIED" CANVAS
Our 100% cotton canvas is durable and strong, with a soft suppleness that only increases with use. Dyed by hand and dried under the sunny skies of Enshu, Japan, it reflects the richness of the elements. Dyeing in this old-fashioned way also eliminates the need for singeing and washing—fabric treatments that result in harmful CO2 emissions and consume a considerable amount of the earth's water. Each piece made from this canvas has a unique texture and color variance that can only come from slow, thoughtful hand processes.
LINEN BLENDS & LIGHT COTTONS
Many of our warmer-weather styles are cut from lightweight fabrics with character that comes from the interaction of different fibers, yarns, and textures.
Our linen-ramie blend brings together the softness of linen and the structure of ramie, creating a gently wrinkled texture and a drape that is both fluid and structured. Our linen-cotton blends combine the distinct qualities of each fiber to create subtle texture and dimensionality while remaining breathable and airy.
Our embroidered cotton voile creates texture in a different way, pairing the softness of cotton with the raised structure of an allover daisy embroidery.
BRUSHED ORGANIC COTTON
Soft, breathable, and durable, brushed cottons are a throughline in our collections. From lightweight flannel linings to heavyweight twill outerwear, we can't get enough of the softness!
Brushed cotton is ideal for layering throughout seasons, combining the coolness of the cotton fiber with the warmth that the fuzzy texture creates. Worn alone, it's the perfect note for warmer months, but when layered, it captures heat and keeps you cozy in the cold.
Certified organic, our cotton is cultivated without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or genetically modified organisms.
VINTAGE AND BIODEGRADABLE BUTTONS
Design is in the details. Throughout our collections, we incorporate responsible and innovative buttons.
Some of our buttons are sourced from very unconventional materials, like recycled cotton and paper. Fully machine washable and dryable, they hold their shape and their finish through repeated wear and care.
We also use traditional sustainable materials, like horn—a byproduct of the meat industry—and corozo—a product of the tagua nut. Tried and true, these buttons give a classic look while leaving little impact. Our vests are finished with vintage leather buttons, which are both biodegradable and repurposed.