Silk Taffeta

This dark grey silk taffeta fabric features a blurred floral pattern in a variety of lilac and green shades. Such effect is called ‘chiné’ and is achieved through warp printing, meaning the warp threads are printed before weaving. This Italian fabric in 100% silk has a crisp drape and a signature rustle. Available in two colorways.

Related Categories: Evening Wear, Dresses, Finishing & Separate Garments, Skirts

Silk Taffeta Fabric

Silk taffeta is a plain woven fabric with a smooth, lustrous surface. It has a crisp handle and a distinctive rustle and provides lots of body. The name is derived from Persian and means 'twisted woven'. Silk taffeta comes in various weights and designs. It can be solid, printed, with a moire pattern or an iridescent effect. Such fabrics are used for dresses, skirts, lightweight coats and suits.

Italian Taffeta

Italian taffeta fabrics are perfectly woven and designed silks with the enchanting Italian vibe. These fabrics have a stiff and smooth surface with an iridescent glimmer. Silk taffeta fabric is not bound to any particular design and can be solid or patterned. The rich variety includes floral, check and geometrical prints, degrade and shot effects.

Italian taffeta is the go-to option for special occasion wear, like wedding dresses, prom and ball gowns. The artisans from Ruffo Coli, Taroni, Carnet, Etro and Luigi Verga update regularly their collections of taffeta fabrics to let you stay in trend.

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Fabric by the Yard: Measurement Conversion

All fabrics on our website are priced by the running meter. The term "running meter" or "linear meter" is used in the fabric industry. To convert meters to yards, use the conversion factor 0.9144. In other words,
1 Yard = 0.9144 Meters
1 Metre = 1.0936 Yards