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taffeta
Taffeta is prized for its structural rigidity and distinctive rustle, often referred to as scroop. This makes it a preferred choice for high-fashion garments, such as ball gowns and bridal wear, where a voluminous, architectural shape is required.
As a mass noun referring to a type of textile, it is typically used in the uncountable sense. While one might refer to different types of taffetas in a technical textile context, in standard usage, it describes the material itself rather than individual items.
Meanings
Examples
The bride chose a heavy ivory taffeta for her wedding gown.
The curtains were made of a shimmering gold taffeta that caught the light.
She wore a midnight blue taffeta dress to the gala.
This fabric is too stiff for a summer dress but perfect for a structured bodice.
The court ladies of the era often wore gowns of fine silk taffeta.
Maybe I should use a synthetic taffeta to keep the costs down.
The dressmaker carefully pleated the taffeta to create a voluminous skirt.
The dressmaker carefully pleated the taffeta to create a voluminous skirt.