Chiffon

Chiffon is a very light, sheer, plain-weave fabric with a soft, floaty fall and a faint rough feel from its twisted yarns. It layers well, takes colour and print beautifully, and is available in crinkled, foil-print and dyeable versions.

Common uses include dupattas, sarees, overlays, tops, scarves, gowns and bridal drapes. Dyeable (RFD) chiffon is also available if you want your own shades.

Chiffon frays easily and can be slippery to cut, so buy a little extra length. Choose a lining colour that suits the shade if you need opacity.

Sheer fabrics are best hand-washed or machine-washed in a mesh bag on a gentle cycle, then dried flat. Press with a cool iron on the reverse, and use fine needles and a small stitch length when sewing.

Chiffon is soft and flowing, while organza is crisp and holds a shape. Chiffon is used for drapes and dupattas; organza for volume and structure. See our organza collection.

Fabric is sold by the metre: choose your length on the product page. Prices start from ₹150 per metre. Most fabrics are 150 cm wide; the width and weight are listed on each product page.

Yes. We supply designers, boutiques, label owners and manufacturers. For trade pricing, sampling and large orders, contact the Tessuti team.