Garment & Textile · Fabric
Weaving — Satin Weave
Float-heavy weave (4/1, 5/1, 7/1) giving smooth, lustrous face.
Origin
China, Persia
Era
Medieval (12th cent.)
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Industrialist View
Premium for bridal, evening wear, linings. Delicate — easy to snag. Higher warp count (120+ EPI).
Tailor & Garment-Worker View
Cut with very sharp shears, pin within seam allowance only. Use micro-serrated blade on rotary.
Construction & Use
Charmeuse = silk satin; Sateen = cotton satin (weft-faced).