New Ralph Lauren Fabric Collections: Meadow Lane & Cotton Library

Ralph Lauren’s newest fabric introductions bring two distinct moods to the design table — one inspired by coastal ease and airy pattern play, the other rooted in heritage utility and hardworking cotton basics. If you’re sourcing textiles for a project that needs timeless style and real-world performance, these two collections are an easy place to start: Meadow Lane Fabrics and Cotton Library Fabrics.

Meadow Lane Fabrics: Coastal Elegance, Pattern-Rich Layering

Meadow Lane is Ralph Lauren’s love letter to relaxed coastal living — crisp whites, weathered chambrays, and classic maritime blues, built into a wide range of pattern types and textures.

What makes Meadow Lane especially designer-friendly is the mix of “light to substantial” within a single story. The collection includes gossamer-light sheers with delicate latticework as well as denseness and dimension (including matelassé) that feels archival and tailored. That means you can create a cohesive room scheme with coordinated layers: soft window panels, structured upholstery, and pattern-forward accents — all within the same palette.

How designers are using Meadow Lane:

• Tailored stripes + checks for upholstered seating, banquettes, and refined “quiet pattern” moments

• Florals + batik-style motifs for accent chairs and pillows when the room needs softness and movement

• Sheers and airy textures for breezy drapery that still feels elevated and intentional

• Matelassé and dimensional weaves for a subtle, luxe texture that reads custom without shouting

If your project leans coastal, classic, or “new traditional,” Meadow Lane gives you that Ralph Lauren signature: layered, collected, and timeless — never trendy.

Cotton Library Fabrics: The Essential Cotton Edit (Canvas + Twill)

Where Meadow Lane is expressive and layered, Cotton Library is foundational — a curated edit focused on two core constructions: a durable canvas weave and a workwear-inspired twill.

This is the collection you reach for when you want the comfort and familiarity of cotton, but with structure and performance that holds up in everyday spaces. Designers Guild describes it as grounded in “heritage utility,” defined by “structural integrity” and “enduring performance.” In other words: it’s the kind of fabric that earns its keep.

The palette is also intentionally versatile — anchored by crisp whites and earthy neutrals, then pushed brighter with classic Ralph Lauren color notes like blues, reds, and greens. That makes Cotton Library a smart building block for everything from tailored drapery to family-friendly upholstery.

Where Cotton Library shines:

• Slipcovered upholstery and casual seating that needs durable structure

• Dining chairs, kitchen banquettes, and high-use rooms where performance matters

• Layering solids and near-solids with patterned pillows, trims, and wallcovering

• Relaxed drapery and Roman shades when you want a clean, foundational textile

If you’re building a scheme that relies on great basics — and you want those basics to feel elevated — Cotton Library is a designer staple.

Meadow Lane vs. Cotton Library: Which One Fits Your Project?

Choose Meadow Lane if you want:

• More pattern variety (stripes, checks, florals, batik-inspired designs)

• Coastal blues, chambrays, crisp whites

• Layering across sheers through heavier textures

Choose Cotton Library if you want:

• Solid foundations (canvas + twill)

• Utility-inspired durability and structure

• A versatile palette designed to mix with everything

Of course, designers often use both — Cotton Library for foundational upholstery or shade solids, Meadow Lane for the moments that add personality (pattern, texture, and “finish”).

How to Order Ralph Lauren Fabric at The Workroom

We’re happy to help you source the right Ralph Lauren fabric for your project.

• Fabric is sold by the yard

• $5 swatches are available so you can confirm color and texture first

• Free shipping on orders over $200

If you’re unsure where to start, tell us your use case (upholstery vs. drapery, casual vs. tailored, coastal vs. classic), and we’ll guide you toward the best options in Meadow Lane and Cotton Library.