What is Silk Dupioni Fabric?

                    What is Silk Dupioni Fabric?

Also Known As: Silk Dupion, Dupioni, or Doupioni

Silk Dupioni fabric comes in two types: dyed and yarn-dyed.

• Yarn-dyed Dupioni: The silk threads are dyed before weaving, resulting in a fabric with higher color fastness, vibrant colors, stripes, checks, and various patterns with contrasting warp and weft colors. This type tends to be more expensive due to the dyeing process.
• Dyed Dupioni: Known as plain-colored fabric, this type is woven first and then dyed in a single color. It offers a wide range of colors but without the intricate patterns of yarn-dyed fabric.

Characteristics of Silk Dupioni Fabric

• Texture and Appearance: Silk Dupioni fabric is crisp and lustrous, but its sheen is more subdued and refined compared to satin, giving it a luxurious and elegant look. It has a unique texture with natural slubs, giving it a distinct, rustic charm.
• Width: Available in 114cm and 140cm.
• Weight: Available in various weights, including 16 momme, 19 momme, 22 momme, 26 momme, and 30 momme.
• Shrinkage Rate: The tightly woven nature of Silk Dupioni results in a low shrinkage rate of around 5%.

Uses of Silk Dupioni Fabric

            Silk Dupioni is a highly valued and unique fabric, often used for making dresses, suits, skirts, and formal wear. Due to its crisp texture, it is not commonly used in summer clothing. Besides apparel, it is also used for home decor items such as curtains and bedding, with embroidered Dupioni considered a luxury choice for curtains.

Unique Properties

            Silk Dupioni is made from double cocoons where two silkworms spin their cocoons together. This process results in fibers with irregular slubs and knots, giving the fabric its characteristic texture. These irregularities create a unique surface texture that adds to its appeal and gives a three-dimensional effect under light.

Feel and Touch

            Silk Dupioni has a firm and crisp texture, with a slightly coarse and uneven surface due to the natural slubs. These features make it a standout fabric with a high-end feel.

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