Types of Indian Fabric

Written By
J. Williams
J. Williams
Published: May 8, 2009
Updated: Mar 11, 2019
1 minute read

India is known for its exquisite clothing and jewelry. The beautiful clothing worn by Indian women has an exotic appeal. The fabric used in Indian clothing is varied, and the type chosen often depends on the desired outcome of the design.

Cotton

Cotton fabric is used to make a sari that is lightweight. This material is a favorite because it keeps the wearer cool and is easily washed.

Crepe

Crepe fabric is woven in silk. It is commonly used to make suits and bridal clothing.

Georgette

Georgette is created with a combination of nylon and polyester. It is a favorite fabric for women because it has a graceful, soft and delicate appearance.

Silk

Silk is a timeless fabric, and can be used to create almost any design. However, silk requires more care than other fabric types.

Chiffon

Chiffon is created with a combination of nylon and silk. The sari created from chiffon creates an image of elegance.

J. Williams

Judy Williams has spent more than six years of her writing career as a video-game reviewer at MMORPG.com and a fiction writer for "Equinox" magazine. She enjoys writing about culture, folklore, mythology and religion. Williams graduated…

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