silk fabric
Smooth woven material
Silk fabric is textile woven from silk fibers, produced by silkworms.
The term distinguishes the finished cloth from raw silk thread.
Silk fabric is prized for its luster, drape, and smooth feel against skin: She chose a silk fabric for the wedding dress.
Types include charmeuse, chiffon, and dupioni.
- chiffonDelicate transparent textile
- silkwormMoth larva yielding fiber
- organzaSheer, crisp dress fabric
- mulberryMorus tree fruit
- brocadeRaised-pattern luxury fabric
satin · degumming · smoothness · smooth texture · taffeta · reeling · filament · evening gowns · scarves · cocoon · charmeuse · breathability · luster · georgette · ties · drape · gown · delicate
- Silksilkworms, cocoons, silkworm, cocoon, reeling
- Indian goodsbasmati rice, sari, saree, ghee, garam masala
- shirtmakingcollar, cuff, placket, button, buttonhole
- Biedermeiersecretaire, secretary desk, settee, armchair, commode
- still lifefruit bowl, bouquet, floral arrangement, grapes, apples
- woven textilestwill, basket weave, satin weave, dobby, tapestry
material origin and value
silk fabricpolyester
Synthetic petroleum-based fabric
nylon · synthetic fabric · cotton · cotton fabric · rayon