Georgette fabric
A weave: silk or polyester. Like chiffon but heavier and less sheer, with a more pronounced crêpe texture.
How it feels
Drapey, grainy and slightly springy.
Season: Summer and hot days – it keeps you cool.
What it's used for
Dresses, blouses, skirts.
Fluid printed dresses and blouses – elegant but less sheer than chiffon.
Pros
- Drapes well, creases less than chiffon
Cons
- Can shrink
Care: a typical label
Always follow your own garment's label – blends and finishes change the care.
How it's constructed
Crêpe weave. Highly twisted yarns pull the cloth into a grainy, matte surface that drapes well and hides creases.
A little history
Named after the French dressmaker Georgette de la Plante, in early-20th-century Paris.
How to recognise it
Read the surface: diagonal lines mean twill, shiny and slippery means satin, a raised nap means pile, sideways stretch means a knit.
Sustainability
A weave's footprint depends on the fibre it's made from – check the composition on the label.
When buying
The same weave behaves differently in different fibres: silk and polyester satin look alike, but only silk breathes. Always read the composition.
Frequently asked
01What is georgette?
A weave: silk or polyester. Like chiffon but heavier and less sheer, with a more pronounced crêpe texture.
02Is georgette a natural fabric?
It's a weave or knit – whether it's natural depends on the fibre it's made from.
03Does georgette shrink?
It can: georgette may shrink about 3–5% the first time it's washed hot. Cool water and no dryer prevent it.
04Is georgette breathable?
Yes: georgette lets air through and absorbs moisture – cool in the heat.