Voile
Voile Overview
Voile is a transparent woven fabric, mainly used for curtains. It is largely produced from cotton, rayon or silk. Voile which
is produced from wool is referred to as "Voile de laine." Voile is designed with a plain, loose weave, usually using
cylindrical combed yarns. To obtain a top quality fabric, very highly twisted yarns are used. The weaveprint in Voile fabric
is comprised of squares.
Voile Characteristics
Voile is a sheer, extremely lightweight fabric with a frosty appearance, wiry texture, and a hard, crisp finish. Voile ranges
from gauzy to ultra fine. Voile has a clear surface, which is achieved by singeing away any fuzzy yarns on the exterior of
the fabric. Voile is best characterized by its ability to drape and gather particularly well.
Voile History
The term "voile" originates from the Old French word "veile" which is derived from the Latin term "vela," meaning "covering."
The finest voiles are produced in England and France. Some fancy voiles produced are seed voile, shadow stripe, splash, pique
and corded.
What is Voile used for?
Due to the semitransparent, lightweight nature of the fabric, voile is most commonly used to design curtains, as well as
blouses and dresses.
Voile Care Instructions
Gentle cycle machine wash 40 degrees
Cool iron
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