What Is Crepe Fabric? Meaning, Properties & Uses

What is crepe fabric?

Crepe is a family of fabrics with a crinkled or pebbled texture created by highly twisted yarns. It drapes without clinging, resists creasing better than many smooth fabrics, and prints well. The range includes Versace Crepe, Yoyo Crepe and printed poly crepes.

Crepe fabric in Hindi

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

Properties of crepe fabric

Property	Typical
Weight	80 to 220 GSM
Best for	Crepe drapes well without clinging, which makes it a reliable choice for dresses, kurtis, trousers, co-ord sets, blazers and shirts
Care	Most polyester-based fabrics wash well at low temperatures and dry quickly

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

What is crepe fabric used for?

Crepe drapes well without clinging, which makes it a reliable choice for dresses, kurtis, trousers, co-ord sets, blazers and shirts. It also takes digital prints cleanly.

How to choose crepe fabric

Pick the weight for the job: lighter crepes for blouses and kurtis, heavier ones for trousers and structured dresses. Check the stretch if you want a fitted cut.

How to wash and care for crepe fabric

Most polyester-based fabrics wash well at low temperatures and dry quickly. Use a cool iron on the reverse and test a small swatch first, because finishes and prints vary between designs.

Is crepe good for trousers and co-ord sets?

Yes, heavier crepes hold their drape and resist wrinkling, which makes them popular for trousers, co-ord sets and blazers. Look for a mid or heavy weight.

Where to see and buy crepe fabric

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