Fabric

Fabric

Of or relating to a flexible woven material that consists of intertwined string, thread, or yarn.

Industry: Textiles

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Shantung

Textiles; Fabric

This medium-weight, refined, plain-weave fabric is characterised by a slubbed effect, similar to Dupioni silk, but with a more sophisticated and polished appearance.

A semi-transparent fabric that can be treated to have varying levels of crispness or body. Sheer fabrics are often used as volumizers underneath other fabrics, as draperies, or as sleeves for evening ...

Smocking

Textiles; Fabric

A form of embroidery in which fabric is gathered and folded to provide increased stretch and comfort. Developed in the Middle Ages, smocking requires soft, lightweight, durable fabric, often batiste, ...

Stone wash

Textiles; Fabric

A method of creating a peached or distressed surface on a fabric by means of rubbing or grating with sand or pebbles. Often used on denim to create a "worn" look.

Synthetic

Textiles; Fabric

A fibre which has been man-made through the use of chemical combinations. Synthetic fibres often have increased durability, strength and resistance to the elements.

Taffeta

Textiles; Fabric

With a smooth feel, and a crisp hand, taffeta can be made from a variety of fibres including silk and rayon. It has a subtle horizontal ribbing effect and provides lots of body and an ultimate ...