What Is Organza Fabric? Meaning, Properties & Uses

What is organza fabric?

Organza is a thin, crisp, sheer fabric with a slightly shiny surface. It holds volume and shape without weight, so it is widely used for structure and decoration. This range includes silk organza, 3D organza, jacquard organza and printed organza.

Organza fabric in Hindi

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

Properties of organza fabric

Property	Typical
Weight	20 to 70 GSM
Best for	Designers use organza for lehenga panels, dupattas, sleeves, gowns, saree borders and decorative overlays
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 organza fabric used for?

Designers use organza for lehenga panels, dupattas, sleeves, gowns, saree borders and decorative overlays.

How to choose organza fabric

Check how stiff the organza is and whether it has a metallic or satin sheen. For skirts and sleeves, a crisper type gives more volume, while a softer type drapes more.

How to wash and care for organza 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 organza and organdy?

Organza is usually silk or synthetic and has a slight sheen. Organdy is a crisp cotton with a matte finish and tends to wrinkle more.

Where to see and buy organza fabric

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