Satin

Satin [ satɛ ] is a tissue, which is produced in a satin weave. This results in a very shiny, smooth top and a bottom mat. Depending on the type of fiber and yarn satin can be easy or hard, matte or glossy, flowing or be stiff.

Although satin can be woven from any fibers, continuous fibers (filaments ) such as silk, rayon or polyester are preferred because they increase the splendor in addition. Satin made ​​from these materials is primarily used for evening wear, underwear, corsetry and rare for bedding use. The smoothness of the surface makes it very suitable as a lining material. Cotton satin, named after a particular Egyptian cotton style also Mako - Satin is popular as bedding and curtain fabrics; Wool Satin ( charm Laine ) is more likely to find rare today.

Variants of the satin are moleskin, duchesse satin and crepe.

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