Where forgotten fabrics find a new story.
Rare vintage textiles from 1920 to 1980 — handpicked, one of a kind, ready for your next creation.
Find the fabric that speaks to you.
FICHU began with a treasure:
The remarkable archive of Berlin fabric dealer Oleg Ilyapour — decades of collecting natural fibres from around the world, all in one place. Today, costume designer Barbara Kurth keeps this legacy alive in Biel, Switzerland, and now online.
Every piece in our shop is an original. No reprints, no synthetics. Just cotton, silk, wool, linen and lace — the real thing, waiting for the right hands.
What our customers say
Andres W.
"An incredibly vast selection of high-quality fabrics — truly sensational. I'm convinced there's nothing quite like it in Switzerland. An absolute must-visit — and now, a must-shop."
Irene Zortea
"An unbelievable range of fantastic fabrics from the 1920s to the 1970s. And on top of that, buttons and ribbons in abundance — you'll be spoilt for choice."
Lucia Seeger
"What a treasure trove! 😍 My heart skips a beat every time. So many beautiful and truly special fashion fabrics and accessories from a bygone era."