Fabric Guide

Fabric Guide Heavyweight Medium Weight Lightweight Knit Woven Stretch Non-stretch Travels Well
Butter Crepe X X X
Cotton Sateen X X X
Georgette X X X X
Matte Jersey X X X X
Non-stretch 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 Faille X X X X
Stretch Jacquard X X X
Stretch Mikado X X X
Stretch 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)

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