Chiffon
Also known as: Chiffon fabric
Very fine, transparent plain weave from crepe yarns; airy, softly draping, classic for eveningwear.
Description
Chiffon is a very light, transparent plain weave from highly twisted crepe yarns (S and Z twists alternate in warp and weft). The alternating twist creates the typical velvety-crisp surface with a light sandy hand. It is a woven fabric.
Thread counts of 30-60 threads/cm, fabric weights 20-70 g/m² — chiffon is among the lightest textiles. Materials: silk (silk chiffon, most premium variant), viscose, polyester (cheaper mass market). The weave is simple 1/1 plain, the effect comes from the yarn choice.
Uses: evening dresses (ball gowns, bridal overlays), blouses, skirts, scarves, saris. Chiffon is often layered two or three times to add opacity. It is delicate (tensile forces, snags), must be guided precisely under the presser foot, and requires very fine needles and threads. The three-dimensional look (cloudiness, drape) is unmatched. Related fabrics: georgette (heavier, matte), crepe de chine (smoother), organza (stiffer).
Properties
| Weave type | Plain weave with crepe yarns |
|---|---|
| Thread density | 30-60 threads/cm |
| Handle | Sandy, airy, fluid |
| Use | Eveningwear, blouses, scarves |
Related product categories
Sources & references
2- Wikipedia: Chiffon Wikipedia — Freie Enzyklopädie https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiffon_(Stoff)
- Textile Institute textileinstitute.org https://www.textileinstitute.org/
