One of the best selling Bridal Fabrics that we stock here at Calico Laine is Duchess Satin. Duchess Satin is the heaviest weight of satin Bridal Fabrics that we have available and is an extremely popular choice for those who are trying to achieve a traditional wedding gown for your special day! A heavier weight Duchess Satin is ideal as a Bridal Fabric due to its fall and fit in bridal outfits. Duchess Satins is known to be one of the classiest Bridal Fabrics, and when you feel this Bridal Fabric you can really see why! The Duchess Satin that we have available here at Calico Laine is classed as a 'matte' Duchess Satin Bridal Fabric. This refers to the fact that the sheen of the satin side of the material is not glossy like some other satin Bridal Fabric varieties. When it comes to taking the design of your wedding gown into consideration, Duchess Satin is one of the first options that you may wish to consider. Duchess Satin Bridal Fabric is a fantastic material for using in designs that are simple and elegant, such as some of the traditional 'a-line' bridal gowns. Duchess Satin Bridal Fabric is also a beautiful material to work with, so you can be sure that your completed designs will have the perfect finish. The Duchess Satin Bridal Fabric that we have in stock comes in a width of 150cm and it is 100% polyester. We would generally recommend to only dry clean Duchess Satin Bridal Fabrics in order to keep the condition of the Bridal Fabric at its best. Duchess Satin is a wonderful Bridal Fabric to work with so when creating any bridal garments, it is also essential to use the correct haberdashery products to make the most of it! Many stunning effects can be achieved when working with Duchess Satin Bridal Fabric, and it is often layered with other Bridal Fabrics if you wish to add a slightly modern twist to this beautiful and traditional Bridal Fabric. Items of decoration are often made with Duchess Satin due to its strength and luxurious finish. Types of decoration that use Duchess Satin Bridal Fabric could include floral designs which are often finished with swarovski crystals or other acrylic jewels. There is a fabulous range of colours available in the range of Duchess Satin Bridal Fabrics, which ensures that all of your bridal garments can be created from this wonderful Bridal Fabric. This includes the wedding gown itself, as we have a great selection of bridal colours such as white, ivory and champagne. If you have any thoughts or comments on any of our Bridal Fabrics, please feel free to leave your ideas in the box below!! And...don't forget to follow us on our Facebook and Twitter pages to keep up to date with all of the latest news and special offers! Until next time, Calico Laine