Here at Calico Laine HQ, we pride ourselves on stocking one of the largest collections of Dressmaking Fabrics available on the market today. Season after season, there are certain Dressmaking Fabrics which we can always be sure will sell out soon after they hit our shelves. One of those fabrics is Chiffon. Many people make the mistake of associating Chiffon Dressmaking Fabric with weddings and think of it strictly as a bridal fabric when in fact, it is actually one of the most versatile Dressmaking Fabrics we sell. Chiffon is often seen on red carpets at major events including The Grammys and The Oscars as it is the perfect choice of Fabric for creating stunning, feminine evening dresses and cocktail gowns.
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Kate Middleton in a beautiful dress of pale blue chiffon.[/caption]
This classy Fabric is considered to be so luxurious it is one of the most popular with stars of stage and screen and has also been seen gracing the expensive wardrobes of many of our most famous royals. Back at the start of 2013, HRH The Duchess of Cambridge sparked yet another fashion frenzy during a tour of Malaysia when she visited Kuala Lumpur's Assyakirin Mosque wearing a beautiful knee length dress of pale blue Chiffon Dressmaking Fabric. This classic number from eco label Beluah was the perfect choice for keeping Katherine cool in the sometimes stifling Malaysian climate, whilst still being appropriate for the occasion and in keeping with local traditions. Chiffon is the ideal choice of Dressmaking Fabric for warmer climates as it is light and flowing and is often chosen for elegant summer dresses and beach cover ups.
Chiffon Dressmaking Fabric is often thought of as a more formal Fabric when in fact, when worn correctly, it can be an integral part of your casual wardrobe. Hollywood superstar Jessica Alba nailed the casual Chiffon trend when she attended the Ralph Lauren catwalk show at New York Fashion Week in late 2013. The 32 year old film star looked incredibly chic in a flowing pink Chiffon skirt, expertly teamed with a cropped black jumper, elegant stiletto sandals and a matching patent leather bag. With her flawless complexion and Hepburn-esque do, Jessica's look was enough to outshine any of the models on the catwalk. This mix of fabrics and textures paired with a pair of oversized sunglasses would work perfectly for an elegant lunch date or summer shopping trip or even for a more relaxed business-casual ensemble.
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Jessica Alba looked elegant and chic in a Ralph Lauren chiffon creation at NYFW 2013.[/caption]
Not only were the spectators rocking the casual Chiffon look at NYFW, the look received the seal of approval from many of the world's top fashion houses when they included it in their ready to wear collections for Spring/Summer 2014. Versace showcased a selection of casual Chiffon pieces in varying shades of pretty pastels including shorts and blouses and Julien Macdonald showed his incredible versatility by combining Chiffon Fabrics with Stretch Dressmaking Fabrics and lace whilst Jason Wu took Chiffon back to it's elegant roots with a selection of pleated Chiffon dresses which moved elegantly down the runway. Of course, these designer pieces are far out of the ideal price range for most of us however, many of the most popular designs are available at a much lower cost from high street stores, or with our collection of beautiful Chiffon Dressmaking Fabrics you can recreate your favourite pieces for a fraction of even the high street price.
Chiffon is one of our largest collections of Dressmaking Fabrics and includes the popular Cationic Chiffon; a beautiful two tone iridescent Fabric which is made to mimic the look and feel of real silk which makes this the perfect choice for elegant dresses and blouses. Our collection of Printed Chiffon Fabrics are always popular for decorative scarves, with their beautiful patterns and eye catching colour palettes, a scarf made from this beautiful Fabric is the perfect addition to any outfit. For customers working within a budget, out range of Economy Chiffon is imported from China and is sold by the complete roll making this the perfect choice for those larger projects including bridesmaid gowns and prom dresses.
Have you created anything using our Chiffon Dressmaking Fabrics? As always, we love to see your pictures on our Facebook page!
Kate Middleton in a beautiful dress of pale blue chiffon.[/caption]
This classy Fabric is considered to be so luxurious it is one of the most popular with stars of stage and screen and has also been seen gracing the expensive wardrobes of many of our most famous royals. Back at the start of 2013, HRH The Duchess of Cambridge sparked yet another fashion frenzy during a tour of Malaysia when she visited Kuala Lumpur's Assyakirin Mosque wearing a beautiful knee length dress of pale blue Chiffon Dressmaking Fabric. This classic number from eco label Beluah was the perfect choice for keeping Katherine cool in the sometimes stifling Malaysian climate, whilst still being appropriate for the occasion and in keeping with local traditions. Chiffon is the ideal choice of Dressmaking Fabric for warmer climates as it is light and flowing and is often chosen for elegant summer dresses and beach cover ups.
Chiffon Dressmaking Fabric is often thought of as a more formal Fabric when in fact, when worn correctly, it can be an integral part of your casual wardrobe. Hollywood superstar Jessica Alba nailed the casual Chiffon trend when she attended the Ralph Lauren catwalk show at New York Fashion Week in late 2013. The 32 year old film star looked incredibly chic in a flowing pink Chiffon skirt, expertly teamed with a cropped black jumper, elegant stiletto sandals and a matching patent leather bag. With her flawless complexion and Hepburn-esque do, Jessica's look was enough to outshine any of the models on the catwalk. This mix of fabrics and textures paired with a pair of oversized sunglasses would work perfectly for an elegant lunch date or summer shopping trip or even for a more relaxed business-casual ensemble.
[caption id="attachment_6816" align="alignright" width="139"] Jessica Alba looked elegant and chic in a Ralph Lauren chiffon creation at NYFW 2013.[/caption]
Not only were the spectators rocking the casual Chiffon look at NYFW, the look received the seal of approval from many of the world's top fashion houses when they included it in their ready to wear collections for Spring/Summer 2014. Versace showcased a selection of casual Chiffon pieces in varying shades of pretty pastels including shorts and blouses and Julien Macdonald showed his incredible versatility by combining Chiffon Fabrics with Stretch Dressmaking Fabrics and lace whilst Jason Wu took Chiffon back to it's elegant roots with a selection of pleated Chiffon dresses which moved elegantly down the runway. Of course, these designer pieces are far out of the ideal price range for most of us however, many of the most popular designs are available at a much lower cost from high street stores, or with our collection of beautiful Chiffon Dressmaking Fabrics you can recreate your favourite pieces for a fraction of even the high street price.
Chiffon is one of our largest collections of Dressmaking Fabrics and includes the popular Cationic Chiffon; a beautiful two tone iridescent Fabric which is made to mimic the look and feel of real silk which makes this the perfect choice for elegant dresses and blouses. Our collection of Printed Chiffon Fabrics are always popular for decorative scarves, with their beautiful patterns and eye catching colour palettes, a scarf made from this beautiful Fabric is the perfect addition to any outfit. For customers working within a budget, out range of Economy Chiffon is imported from China and is sold by the complete roll making this the perfect choice for those larger projects including bridesmaid gowns and prom dresses.
Have you created anything using our Chiffon Dressmaking Fabrics? As always, we love to see your pictures on our Facebook page!