THE FABRIC EDIT: Chiffon
There are fabrics that create a wedding dress, and there are fabrics that create an atmosphere. Chiffon does both. Light, sheer, and almost weightless, chiffon has long been one of bridal fashion’s great romantic fabrics. It moves before the bride does, catching the slightest current of air and turning a simple silhouette into something fluid and alive. Unlike organza, which has crispness and body, chiffon falls softly. Unlike tulle, it does not hold itself away from the figure. Chiffon wants to drape, float and follow. Traditionally woven from silk, chiffon has a fine, slightly creped surface created by highly twisted yarns. That subtle texture is important. Fine silk chiffon isn't slick or glassy; its beauty comes from its softness, translucence and extraordinarily graceful hand. Modern chiffon can also be made from rayon or synthetics, each producing a somewhat different weight, drape and character. Chiffon is particularly beautiful when the design allows the fabric to beh...
