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CREPE METEORE [1 record]

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Record 1 2006-02-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Fabric Nomenclature
DEF

[A fabric] similar to georgette in construction on the reserve side [but with a] satin construction on its face, thus showing more luster than nay of the flat crepes, [which is] light in weight, drapes well, [and] has a soft feel and finish.

OBS

Crepe meteor or kitten's ear crepe now called any satin-back crepe.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Nomenclature des tissus
DEF

Tissu crêpe satin peu brillant, de faible relief, chaîne sans torsion, trame crêpe, armure satin de Lyon.

Spanish

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