What Is Chinon Fabric? Meaning, Properties & Uses

What is chinon fabric?

Chinon is a light, slightly textured sheer fabric, often a chiffon, which drapes softly. Dyed and ready-for-dyeing versions are available.

Chinon fabric in Hindi

In Hindi, chinon fabric is written as शिनोन. In everyday Indian trade talk you will also hear it called "chinon kapda" or "chinon cloth".

Properties of chinon fabric

Property	Typical
Weight	30 to 90 GSM
Best for	kurtis, dupattas, sarees and linings
Care	Sheer fabrics are best hand-washed or machine-washed in a mesh bag on a gentle cycle, then dried flat

GSM is grams per square metre. Convert it to weight per metre with our GSM calculator.

What is chinon fabric used for?

Common uses include kurtis, dupattas, sarees and linings.

How to choose chinon fabric

Check opacity and weight. Chinon is sheer, so line where needed.

How to wash and care for chinon fabric

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.

How is chinon different from chiffon?

Chinon is a crepe-like textured sheer, while chiffon is smoother. In practice the names overlap, so check each product description.

Where to see and buy chinon fabric

You can browse real chinon fabric designs, with prices per metre, in our chinon fabric collection. Trade buyers can ask for samples and bulk pricing through our contact page.