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Product code 101-02-0085
One of our finest silk fabrics, this chiffon is airy and light with a graceful drape. A diaphanous fabric made of genuine mulberry silk in light blue color. Great for layering, romantic bridal trains, wraps, billowy sleeves.
Read more| Shade: | light blue |
| Material: | 100% silk |
| Width (cm): | 135 cm |
| Width (inches): | 53 ″ |
| Weight (mm): | 5 mm |
| Weight (gsm): | 22 gsm |
| Weight (oz): | 0.6 oz |
| Drape: | very supple |
| Care: | |
| Availability: | seasonal collection |
| Minimum order: | 0.2 m |
in stock 48 m
This light blue silk chiffon is wonderfully sheer. Light and diaphanous, it drapes beautifully and flows gracefully with every movement. Show it off in full-length, layered dresses or pantsuits, romantic trains, wide sleeves, evening gowns and wraps. If you are aiming for a fairy princess wedding gown, silk chiffon is just the thing.
Because chiffon is transparent, we recommend using a lining layer – something light, like habotai or a silk modal blend, or something a bit heavier, such as satin. Chiffon is quite a bit like georgette, but smoother, with a higher sheen, so it combines best with other smooth fabrics (satin, duchesse). An interesting effect can be obtained by layering chiffon with lace. And, if you are feeling inspired, chiffon can even be decorated with silk paints.
We recommend dry cleaning this fabric at a reliable dry cleaner. In our tests of how to wash silk this fabric stood up to gentle hand washing. If you risk hand washing, use lukewarm water and a delicate detergent for woolens; do not wring or squeeze dry; block dry on a flat surface. Dry iron on the lowest setting with the steam off; water may leave marks.
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