soft woven fabric with a lustrous smooth surface and back in a wide range of sheens popular for formal dresses.
A smooth strong, lustrous satin weave fabric made with silk or manufactured filament yarns . In a warp face satin, the most common, the filling yarns cross over one and under several warp yarns, thus mainly the warp yarns are visible on the face. In a filling face satin, the filling yarns cross under one and over several warp yarns thus the mainly the filling yarns are visible on the face . Some satins have a filament yarn face and spun yarn back.
Can be made of silk, cotton, or synthetic fibers. The surface is smooth and shiny and the reverse side matt. It is not the most practical fabric as it tends to spot easily and is difficult to clean.
a basic type of weave with up to eight weft threads are tied down with one floating weft thread. It is light to medium-weight with glossy face and a dull back.
silk twill with glossy face and dull back. Brilliancy augmented by dressing.
broken twill. Originated in China. Weave which produces even and smooth surface hiding ribbed appearance of twill.
The most popular fabric weave for wedding gowns. It is typically woven from polyester or silk. It is noted for having a very dull side and a shiny side. There are also matte satins available.
A lustrous smooth silky fabric available in several variations, from crepe backed to panne satin (finished with a stiffer texture)
A slightly embossed finish on text paper, or an alternate term for dull finish on coated paper.
Satin is a fabric made of silk, rayon, or other such material, that's closely woven to give a smooth glossy appearance.
A soft fabric that is very shiny, often used for formal dresses and men's evening wear, often made from silk or rayon.
A widely-spaced twill using five warps and wefts.
A mid- sheen paint, higher than matt but lower than gloss.
A fabric with a lustrous surface that is available in many weights, varieties and degrees of stiffness. Slipper satin, crepe-back satin, satin-back crepe, faille satin, double-face satin, duchess, paillette satin, peau de soie.
Lustrous material for highquality indoor banners.
Satin was originally silk, but is now also made of filament manmade fibers with a highly lustrous surface and (usually) a dull back. Made in different weights according to its uses, which vary from lingerie and dress goods to drapery and upholstery fabrics. May be made with a cotton back. Sometimes double-faced for use as ribbon.
a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back
A characteristically smooth, lustrous fabric.
Also known as a frosted finish, this refers to a textured, matte surface applied to crystal, glass or flatware to create contrast to the brightness of the overall body. This technique may be used to create specific design motifs or to encompass the entire body of the product.
A type of Sheen Paint finish that reflects light slightly, but not as much as Semi Gloss or Gloss
a color that is subdued, smooth, with a light gloss.
A fabric in a warp-effect or filling-effect satin weave, as acetate, nylon, or silk, often having a glossy face and a soft, slippery texture.
Silk, rayon, synthetics. Originated in China (Zaytoun, China - now Canton - a port from which satins were exported during the Middle Ages). Became known in Europe during the XIIth, and XIIIth Centuries in Italy. Became known in England by the XIVth Century. It became a favorite of all court life because of its exquisite qualities and feel. Usually has a lustrous surface and a dull back. The lustre is produced by running it between hot cylinders.
Satin is fabric with a glossy finish and commonly used in women's lingerie, nightgowns, and evening gowns.
A fabric with a shiny surface on one side.
A tightly woven flat fabric usually with a high luster. The actual woven pattern is hidden by the use of a third yarn as a cover. Handsome, but liable to snag.
A warp-faced cloth made from a satin weave containing many more ends than picks. The fabric is available in various weights and qualities, the heaviest being the Duchesse satin woven on 8-end repeat. Many satins are made from continuous filament yarns, continuous filament warp and crêpe twist weft, cotton and many other fibres. The smooth, lustrous surface provides a suitable ground for machine embroidery.
A smooth shiny fabric that adds a wonderful dimension to our Shades
A warp face weave which is often associated with silk and artificial fabrics. Traditionally made of silk, satin has a smooth, lustrous, unbroken surface texture. There are many types of satin fabrics which include: ciré satin, panne satin, duchesse satin, charmeurse, antique satin, crêpe back satin, skinner's satin and a very thin satin called satinette. Satin is used extensively in the manufacture of clothing and also used in furnishings. It is highly probable that the word satin derives from Zaitun or Zayton, the name by the Chinese medieval port of Chinchew was known by traders who exported all types of silk, particularly satin, in the 13th and 14th centuries. See weaves and appendix.
Fabric woven and finished to create a very smooth, lustrous face appearance.
A particular type of shiny, woven fabric.
A silk material having a shiny surface on the face and a dull back.
A tradational fabric utilizing a type of weave which gives a garment a smooth lustrous surface with a dull back. Commonly used in the construction of evening wear and wedding gowns.
A woven type of fabric with the characteristic of being highly lustrous on one side, and matte on the other. Can be made in a variety of fibers. Typical examples of satin weave fabrics include: slipper satin, crepe-back satin, faille satin, bridal satin, moleskin, and antique satin.
A warp faced weave with a smooth surface free from twill.
A shiny, opaque woven fabric with a slippery feel.
weave which the warp float over several yarns, giving a smooth finish. In this way the weave emphasizes the continuous warp yarn, with as few interruptions of weft as possible.
one of the most classic and popular bridal fabrics. Heavy, silk satin can be ultra-luxe.
Finish that has had the gloss reduced to provide a softer sheen. A flattening agent made from fumed silica reduces the amount of light reflected by the surface.
A tightly woven effect that creates a fabric with a beautiful sheen on one side. Typically made in man-made fabrics such as polyester, satin is probably the most common bridal-gown fabric finish.
A shiny woven fabric made from silk or rayon with a smooth, glossy finish and dull backing.
Woven structure where the maximum amount of warp shows on the face. The smooth effect is enhanced by using filament yarns and/or lustrous fibres.
Satin weave fabrics are characterized by yarns that usually float over four to seven yarns before being interlaced with yarns laid in the opposite direction. The floating yarns along the surface reflect light, which gives the fabric its luster. Satin fabrics can be made from silk or man-made fibers like acetate or polyester.
Satin is not accurately a fabric, as satins can be made from many different materials, such as cotton, rayon, polyester, etc. Satin as a term refers to the weave of the fabric, and is characterized by a high sheen on the right side and a slick surface. Satin (especially the non-crepe type,) tends to fray heavily; we serge the edges on all of our satin linings, to reduce the likelihood of tear-out.
decribes a lamination finish. Satin is de-lustered to reduced glare.
smooth woven fabric of silk or rayon that has had the gloss reduced to provide a softer sheen. Mostly used for lingerie and bed sheets because of it's shimmering finish and sensual feel.
This weave is usually made with 5, 8 or 10 shafts that have the warp yarn floating again. The weave produces a fabric with a characteristic smooth surface, and high luster. Weft or filler satins are usually referred to as sateen
A smooth woven fabric with a glossy face and a dull back.
A woven fabric that often has a highly lustrous finish on one side, and a matte finish on the other. May consist of a variety of fibers. Not a breathable fabric. Very smooth and awesome to rub up against (Rowwwrr).
(fiber/fabric) - A woven fabric used for lingerie and sheets because of it's lustrous finish and sensual feel.
Mirage's name for its matte finish. Satin finish is 25° gloss.
Satin is a fabric with a characteristic smooth surface and high luster due to the high number of floats on the fabric. Constructed of mercerized cotton, satin is even stronger than plain cotton and has a greater affinity to dyes. Weft or filler satins are usually referred to as sateen.
A smooth type of cloths that is shiny on one side and matte on the other.
finish A smooth finish applied to paper.
a basic type of weave where warp threads float over up to eight weft threads, then are tied down with one weft thread. Fine threads yield a smooth, slick, lustrous surface. Light to medium weight. Types of satin include: antique (with horizontal slubs to imitate shantung), lining satin (lightweight drapery lining), ribbed satin (resembles faille, or calendered into satin moire’), satin damask (background satin with jacquard pattern-in lighter weight is known as ticking satin), and upholstery satin (heavier weight satins).
Satin is a cloth that typically has a glossy surface and a dull back. A satin is a warp-dominated weaving technique that forms a minimum number of interlacings in a fabric. If a fabric is formed with a satin weave using filament fibers such as silk, nylon, or polyester, the corresponding fabric is termed a "satin".