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| (from previous page) Setting the Mood: Choosing the Right Fabric for your Gown by Connie Walker |
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Polyester Satins. Many of today's gowns are manufactured using one form of polyester satin or another. Much of its popularity comes from its inexpensiveness when compared to the costs of other fabrics. Try not to get a wedding gown that is made with a polyester satin that is too thin or too shiny. They won’t do you or your gown justice. Acetate Satins. Unlike their polyester counterparts, acetate satins have a tendency to wrinkle. They also have a substantial shine to them. Acetate satins work nicely underneath laces or as accents when not a lot of it is showing. Silk Shantungs and Dupionis Silk shantungs and dupionis are the silks most often used in wedding gowns. They have a slight, nubby texture due to the "slubs" (naturally occurring bumps) within the fabric. These are great fabrics for the bride who wants a natural look. The primary difference between silk shantung and silk dupioni is that silk shantung uses a slightly heavier yarn. It also costs a little more. One silk shantung version, sometimes called Eton silk shantung, has a slight, translucent quality with a higher luster to its surface. If you want to add more radiance to your natural look, this could be the fabric you're looking for. [page 3] |
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