Here is a description of the materials used in the creation of modern and traditional wedding dresses:
When shopping for a wedding dress, brides will no doubt encounter
these common fabrics. Keeping in mind the formality of her wedding, her
own personal preferences, and the time of year the wedding is to take
place will help the bride narrow down her preferred choice of fabric
for that all-important gown.
Satin
Satin is a lightweight, woven fabric with a shiny or glossy finish.
It can be man-made or made of silk, and it is very smooth to the touch.
Satin is a lovely fabric for wedding dresses because of its shine, but
be aware that it wrinkles very easily. Without a structured bodice or
crinoline underneath, satin can be very unforgiving because it clings
to the body and can put unwelcome emphasis on rolls or bulges.
Taffeta
Taffeta is a stiff, medium weight woven fabric that is made from
silk or synthetic blends. It is used to give a luxurious feel to a
garment, and is typically only used in formalwear. As a bride wearing
taffeta walks, her dress will make a “swishing” sound. Wrinkles in
taffeta can be particularly bothersome because it is not recommended to
use a high-heat iron on this delicate material.
Tulle
Tulle is easily recognizable because it looks like fine netting.
Most bridal veils are made of tulle, and it can also be used in wedding
gowns to give body and fullness to the skirt. Tulle can be rather
stiff, and is typically separated from the body by a layer of another
fabric as it can be irritating if it rubs directly on the skin. Tulle
can be made from silk, but is typically made from synthetic fibres.
Chiffon
Lemon chiffon pie is a delectable layered dessert, and the fabric
chiffon is delectable when layered in a wedding gown! Chiffon is sheer,
made from silk or synthetic silk and it is often used as an outer layer
on the skirt of a wedding dress. It is less stiff than tulle, and more
comfortable against the skin, so it can also be used for transparent
sleeves or wraps on a wedding gown.
Lace
A very popular material used in wedding gowns, most brides will
recognize lace when they see it. Lace is a decorative mesh, which is
not strong, so it is most often used as an overlay over other fabrics.
There are many different kinds of lace; the different types refer to
the patterns made by the threads. Some kinds have floral patterns or
designs, still others have geometric shapes. Common types of lace
include Battenberg, Chantilly, and Spanish.