organza

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Maybe it's my renewed love of sheer materials but I am this afternoon heading back to the fabric store to buy some more organza, and possibly some lace, to see if I can create some of my own sheer magic.

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  1. noun A sheer, stiff fabric of silk or synthetic material used for trimming, neckwear, or evening dresses.

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  • Use a press cloth (silk organza is perfect you have it so you can see what you're doing) and shrink press the ripples out of the top edge.
  • She laid out an evening gown of plum-colored organza, hoping the wrinkles would relax. —  Travels with Isabel
  • The fabrics for these gowns and outfits include cotton, organza, satin, and dupioni silk. —  Catholic Online > Daily Readings
  • Anjolique is known for their luxury fabric including silk, taffeta, shimmer organza, and beaded lace but yet bring dresses that are affordable. —  TREND HUNTER - The Latest Trends
  • Maybe it's my renewed love of sheer materials but I am this afternoon heading back to the fabric store to buy some more organza, and possibly some lace, to see if I can create some of my own sheer magic. —  Kingdom Of Style
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  1. Probably after Organzi (Urganch), a city of western Uzbekistan.
 

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