Fabric Glossary

A plain-language guide to the fabrics we supply at Tessuti. Each guide explains what the fabric is, its Hindi name, typical weight, what it is used for, and how to care for and choose it.

• Georgette — typically 40 to 120 GSM
• Satin — typically 60 to 150 GSM
• Chiffon — typically 25 to 80 GSM
• Crepe — typically 80 to 220 GSM
• Organza — typically 20 to 70 GSM
• Velvet — typically 150 to 350 GSM
• Twill — typically 100 to 300 GSM
• Voile — typically 40 to 110 GSM
• Poplin — typically 90 to 150 GSM
• Chambray — typically 90 to 160 GSM
• Canvas — typically 200 to 400 GSM
• Corduroy — typically 150 to 300 GSM
• Dobby — typically 100 to 200 GSM
• Jacquard — typically 150 to 350 GSM
• Brocade — typically 150 to 350 GSM
• Embroidered fabric — typically Varies by base GSM
• Sequin fabric — typically 150 to 450 GSM
• Net and lace — typically 15 to 80 GSM
• Mesh — typically 40 to 210 GSM
• Tweed — typically 300 to 550 GSM
• Bouclé — typically 300 to 450 GSM
• Cotton — typically 80 to 250 GSM
• Silk — typically 20 to 120 GSM
• Wool — typically 150 to 550 GSM
• Tencel (lyocell) — typically 90 to 240 GSM
• Rayon (viscose) — typically 80 to 250 GSM
• Polyester — typically 30 to 300 GSM
• Knit and jersey — typically 120 to 380 GSM
• Nylon — typically 40 to 380 GSM
• Neoprene (scuba) — typically 180 to 400 GSM
• Taffeta — typically 60 to 150 GSM
• Organdy — typically 40 to 90 GSM
• Chinon — typically 30 to 90 GSM
• Cashmere — typically 150 to 400 GSM
• Burnout (devore) — typically 60 to 200 GSM
• Foil print fabric — typically 40 to 200 GSM
• Metallic fabric — typically 60 to 340 GSM
• Faux fur — typically 300 to 700 GSM
• Quilted fabric — typically 100 to 350 GSM
• Pleated fabric — typically 40 to 160 GSM
• Crinkle fabric — typically 30 to 120 GSM

Also see the GSM chart, the GSM calculator and the fabric requirement calculator.