Fabric Guide

Fabric Guide

FABRIC GUIDEHEAVYWEIGHTMEDIUM WEIGHTLIGHTWEIGHTKNITWOVENSTRETCHNON-STRETCHTRAVELS WELL
BUTTER CREPE X       X X    
COTTON SATEEN     X   X X    
GEORGETTE     X   X X   X
MATTE JERSEY     X X   X   X
NONSTETCH JACQUARD X       X   X  
ODESSA CREPE   X     X X   X
SCUBA X     X   X    
SILK CHARMEUSE     X   X X    
SILK ORGANZA     X   X   X  
STRETCH FALLIE   X     X X   X
STRETCH JACQUARD X       X X    
STRETCH MIKADO     X   X X    
STETCH SATIN     X   X X    
VELVET X       X X    

 

 

 

BUTTER CREPE: A thick, stretch woven. Any wrinkles or creases steam out well making it perfect for travel. Textured with a slight bounce. (Characteristics: Heavyweight, Woven, Stretch)

COTTON SATEEN: A lightweight woven with a slight stretch. The fabric has a sheen and a paper texture that is smooth and even. Breathable and not clingy. (Characteristics: Lightweight, Woven, Stretch)

GEORGETTE: A lightweight woven with a bit of stretch. Any wrinkles or crease steam out well, and garments fold down very small, making it perfect for travel. Sheer, flowy and has a matte pebble finish. (Characteristics: Lightweight, Woven, Stretch, Travels Well)

MATTE JERSEY: A lightweight, stretch knit. Wrinkle resistant-- perfect for travel. Ultra-soft and conforms to the body. (Characteristics: Lightweight, Knit, Stretch, Travels Well)

NON-STRETCH JACQUARD: A thick woven. Textured with a raised pattern and often with metallic properties. Glamorous and luxurious. (Characteristics: Heavyweight, Woven, Non-Stretch)

ODESSA CREPE: A medium weight, stretch woven. Any wrinkles or creases steam out well making it perfect for travel. Extremely soft with a smooth texture. (Characteristics: Mediumweight, Woven, Stretch, Travels Well)

SCUBA: A thick, stretch knit.  Not to be confused with water-proof neoprene. Super smooth with a low luster sheen, holds shape of structural elements, figure flattering. Any creases or wrinkles can be easily steamed out making it perfect for travel. (Characteristics: Heavyweight, Knit, Stretch)

SILK CHARMEUSE: A lightweight woven with a bit of stretch. Flowy with a lustrous and reflective finish that catches the light. (Characteristics: Lightweight, Woven, Stretch)

SILK ORGANZA: A lightweight woven. Sheer and flowy with a crisp surface. (Characteristics: Lightweight, Woven, Non-Stretch)

STRETCH FAILLE: A medium weight stretch knit. Any wrinkles or creases steam out well making it perfect for travel. Soft and fluid with a faint rib or hatch texture. (Characteristics: Mediumweight, Knit, Stretch, Travels Well)

STRETCH JACQUARD: A thick, stretch woven. Textured with a raised pattern and often with metallic properties. Glamorous and luxurious. (Characteristics: Heavyweight, Woven, Stretch)

STRETCH MIKADO: A lightweight, stretch woven. Great for holding the shape and details of a structured dress. Soft and lavish to the touch with a slight shine. Perfect for cocktail dresses and evening gowns. (Characteristics: Lightweight, Woven, Stretch)

STRETCH SATIN: A lightweight, stretch woven. Silky soft and sleek with a shine, hugs the body. (Characteristics: Lightweight, Woven, Stretch)

VELVET: A thick, stretch woven. Ultra-luxurious and soft. Plays with light offering a shimmering depth of color. (Characteristics: Heavyweight, Woven, Stretch)