Thread: georgette vs. chiffon

I think georgette is slightly less sheer and more textured -- "crepey"; is this correct? Why is chiffon the prefered fabric for circle/panel skirts vs. georgette?

Because of the way it flows and the fact that you can layer several chiffon skirts over one another without adding a lot of bulk. Those are the main reasons fpr the choice of Chiffon over Georgette.

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I think that's right. I also think georgette might be a slight heavier which is why chiffon is used more. I think chiffon is smoother and flows better.

thanks. So georgette might look at little more "old school" skirt-wise because it would be less floaty? I think I have to make it to the store this weekend to check them out side by side.

Haha... yeah when I'm strapping 7 yards of material to my body... I prefer it doesn't weigh much!

Originally Posted by jenlindseys

Haha... yeah when I'm strapping 7 yards of material to my body... I prefer it doesn't weigh much!

Only 7 yards/ Jen, you're a light weight! three panel skirts (1 1/2 circles) and about 9 yards!

Oh, and yes, georgette is a crepe. But it's not necessarily old skool. They had a lot of chiffon back in the day. made from everything from silk to nylon.

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silk chiffon is the best. I love it!