panne

Flattened pile fabric

Panne is a velvet or silk fabric with a flattened pile that gives it a lustrous, crushed appearance.

The nap lies flat in one direction rather than standing upright, creating a distinctive sheen.

Common in eveningwear and theatrical costumes: a panne velvet gown, panne satin lining.

fabric

velvet

Thick-pile textile

  • plushThick-pile soft fabric
  • crushedCompressed into fragments
  • pileAccumulated mass of objects

nap · velveteen · satin · textile · weave · material · cloth · silk · rayon · cotton

texture

crushed

Compressed into fragments

  • pileAccumulated mass of objects
  • napBrief daytime rest
  • lustrousSoftly bright, reflective

shimmery · glossy · smooth · soft · plush · flattened · pressed · directional · reflective · iridescent

fashion

gown

Long formal garment

costume · lining · trim · accent · formal · theatrical · vintage · retro · glamour · couture

upholstery

cushion

Stuffed fabric for comfort

throw pillow · accent · drapery · curtain · valance · swag · decorative · furnishing · luxe · interior

Opposites
pile direction and texture

panneplush

Thick-pile soft fabric

terry cloth · bouclé · fleece · shag · chenille

surface finish and luster

pannecotton velvet

Woven pile fabric, plant-based

brushed cotton · flannel · muslin · canvas

Phrases
Family

saucepan, frying pan, panning, panned, panner, baking pan, panners, sheet pan, paella pan

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G