satins

Glossy woven cloths

Satins is the plural of satin, a smooth, glossy fabric woven to create a lustrous surface on one side.

The word typically appears when referring to multiple types or pieces: The shop displayed silks and satins from around the world.

In painting, satins describes the rendering of such fabrics: The Dutch masters excelled at satins and velvets.

fabric

silk

Fine woven insect fiber

charmeuse · duchesse · jacquard · taffeta · organza · chiffon · polyester · rayon · acetate · nylon

sheen

lustrous

Softly bright, reflective

reflective · radiant · sleek · polished · glinting · sheen · luminous · iridescent · pearlescent · gloss

texture

smooth

Without roughness or difficulty

soft · fluid · glide · cool · delicate · flowing · lightweight · drapey · luxurious · sensuous

fashion

gowns

Elegant full-length dresses

linings · blouses · robes · neckties · cummerbunds · lapels · couture · formalwear · trousseau · negligee

drapery

curtains

Hanging fabric window covers

  • valanceOrnamental window heading
  • swagsCurved decorative draperies
  • pleatsDoubled-over fabric folds

panels · lining · tiebacks · sheers · upholstery · bedding · pillowcases · duvets · canopy · cushions

luxury

opulent

Ostentatiously wealthy

decadent · extravagant · plush · rich · exclusive · premium · indulgent · refined · aristocratic · regal

Opposites
surface finish/sheen

satinsmattes

Image-masking sheets or finishes

cottons · linens · flannels · chambrays · muslins

texture/feel

satinsburlaps

Coarse woven jute fabrics

sackcloth · canvas · tweeds · woolens · hessian

surface texture/sheen

satinsmattes

Image-masking sheets or finishes

burlaps · canvas · muslin · hopsack · flannel

Phrases
Family

satin

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G