taffeta
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Often credited as sparking an ’80s revival in fashion, his voluminous, one-of-a-kind party dresses come to life through a combination of contrasting thrifted fabrics like denim, taffeta, chiffon, leather and lace.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 18, 2024
Imagine the ghostly rustling of silk taffeta, the clinking of giant paillettes, brought back to life by scientists and engineers.
From New York Times ● May 9, 2024
The same effect is achieved with a silk taffeta garment, featuring a sound called “scroop,” a combination of the words “scrape” and “whoop.“
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 15, 2024
I was like, "Here's her entrance in this crazy taffeta hooded cape that sweeps in."
From Salon ● Feb. 8, 2024
“Couldn’t we take just one little taffeta dress and cut it down to my size?”
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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