Brocade
Jacquard-woven fabric with a raised design.
Chiffon
Transparent fabric of sheer silk or rayon.
Crepe
Soft fabric with a crinkled surface.
Eyelet
Open-weave embroidery.
Damask
Similar to brocade, but lighter in weight.
Duchesse Satin
Silk-and-polyester mix woven to create a satiny finish.
Doupioni
Silk with a thick, coarse finish and a slight sheen.
Illusion
Fine, sheer fabric often used on necklines and sleeves.
Organdy
Stiff, transparent silk or rayon fabric.
Organza
Sheer, stiff fabric of silk or synthetic material. Similar to tulle, but less coarse.
Satin
Smooth, heavy fabric with a high sheen on one side.
Shantung
Plain-weave silk or cotton fabric with a rough surface.
Silk
Smooth, soft fabric that is the priciest wedding dress material.
Silk Mikado
Blended silk that's heavier than regular silk.
Taffeta
Crisp, lustrous, light-weave fabric.
Tulle
A fine, starched netting of silk, rayon, or nylon.
