silk fabrics
Lustrous woven materials
Silk fabrics are textiles woven from silk fiber, prized for their luster, drape, and smooth feel against skin.
The term covers a range of weaves—from sheer chiffon to heavy brocade—united by their silk content.
She preferred silk fabrics for evening wear.
Silk fabrics wrinkle less than cotton but require delicate handling.
- charmeuseLustrous woven fabric
- chiffonDelicate transparent textile
- brocadeRaised-pattern luxury fabric
- cocoonSilk wrapping for transformation
- dressesOne-piece women's garments
georgette · mulberry · scarves · satin · organza · taffeta · weaving · pongee · kimono · loom · lingerie · drape · embroidery · lustrous · crepe · delicate · bridal gown · lace
- marriage giftsdowry, bridewealth, bride price, trousseau, hope chest
- medieval arttapestry, ivory carvings, Book of Kells, fresco, Lindisfarne Gospels
- Art NouveauArt Nouveau, organic forms, flowing lines, floral motifs, decorative arts
- Islamic artIslamic art, Islamic calligraphy, Persian miniatures, arabesque, tilework
- treasuresjewels, gems, gold coins, crown jewel, artifacts
- soukssouk, souks, bazaar, bazaars, medina
luxury and refinement
silk fabricssackcloth
Coarse fabric for penance
burlap · rags · rough cloth · homespun cloth · homespun