In the 18th and 19th centuries, sheer, crisp, woven silk known as "Gauze" was popular, especially for Ladies' garments as trims, overlays, neckerchiefs, caps, aprons & mantelets. Originally woven with two warp yarns twisted over the weft yarn, the weave was stable and strong. It was a sheer, light, semi-crisp fabric sometimes woven with designs or flowers, and sometimes embroidered.
In the 19th century, this would have been woven or painted with precious metal. Modern manufacturers use Lurex, a thread that encapsulates vaporized metal inside a synthetic film.
- Our “gauze” is slightly sheer, very lightweight, and lovely shimmery vertical stripes .
- Suitable for Regency era makes and can be used for caps, a variety of trims, dress aprons, mantelets, overdresses, and any application where a sheer fabric is desired
- 70% Cotton, 25% Silk, 5% Lurex; 55 inches wide.
- 13.42 oz per sq yard, 454.95 grams per sq meter
