What Is Georgette Fabric? Meaning, Properties & Uses

What is georgette fabric?

Georgette is a lightweight, sheer-to-semi-sheer fabric woven from tightly twisted yarns, which gives it a dry, slightly crinkled surface and a graceful drape. It is less slippery than chiffon and easier to cut and stitch. Digital prints sit sharply on it, which is why printed georgette is so popular.

Georgette fabric in Hindi

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

Properties of georgette fabric

Property	Typical
Weight	40 to 120 GSM
Best for	Georgette is a top choice for sarees, kurtis, dupattas, gowns, lehenga linings and layered dresses
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 georgette fabric used for?

Georgette is a top choice for sarees, kurtis, dupattas, gowns, lehenga linings and layered dresses. Choose ready-dyed shades, printed designs or dyeable options for your own colours.

How to choose georgette fabric

Check the weight and how sheer the cloth is before you buy. Lighter georgettes suit dupattas and layers, while heavier ones hold their shape in kurtis and dresses. For opaque garments, plan a lining.

How to wash and care for georgette 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.

What is the difference between georgette and chiffon?

Georgette has a crepe-like, slightly grainy surface and more body, while chiffon is smoother, lighter and more transparent. Georgette is easier to sew, so many makers prefer it for everyday kurtis and sarees.

Where to see and buy georgette fabric

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