Taffeta Fabrics

Taffeta Fabrics

Taffeta is a smooth, crisp fabric that is often used in wedding dresses, christening gowns, corsets, theatrical purposes and fancy dress. We offer both solid colours and shot colours that can offer a dramatic effect. The lovely crispness of the fabric creates a gentle rustle noise as the wearer moves. Many designers choose to lay this fabric over a tulle petticoat, either as a contrast or a complementary tone.

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Ivory Eco Taffeta - Conceal
Sale price £34.66 / metre
Ivory Silk Taffeta - Amour
Sale price £91.36 / metre
Topaz Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Ivory Polyester Taffeta - Waltz
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Copper Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Black Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Cobalt Blue Silk Taffeta - Debutante
Sale price £40.96 / metre
Dusky Pink Polyester Taffeta - Waltz
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Burnt Orange Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Black Polyester Taffeta - Waltz
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Petrel Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Teal Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Magenta Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Sage Green Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Ivory Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Ivory Stretch Taffeta - Uniqueness
Sale price £88.20 / metre
Orange Polyester Taffeta - Waltz
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Turquoise Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Royal Blue Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Jade Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Lilac Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Royal Blue Polyester Taffeta - Waltz
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Lavender Polyester Taffeta - Waltz
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Turquoise Polyester Taffeta - Waltz
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Graphite Grey Polyester Taffeta - Waltz
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Amazon Green Polyester Taffeta - Waltz
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Red Polyester Taffeta - Waltz
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Champagne Polyester Taffeta - Waltz
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Navy Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Claret Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Terracotta Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Brown Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Silver Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Opal Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Lupin Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Burgundy Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Purple Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Cerise Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Scarlet Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Cornflower Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Candy Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Lime Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Raspberry Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Daffodil Yellow Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Mint Blue Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Aqua Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Lavender Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre
Antique Rose Taffeta - Radiance
Sale price £15.76 / metre

TAFFETA FABRIC FOR WEDDING DRESSES

This fabric is distinguished by its stiff and smooth texture that rustles slightly during movements. High-level couturiers and stylists often rely on taffeta as an element to accompany or complement other fabrics in a dress, to provide contrast, or to create additional decorative elements.  Taffeta is one of the most elegant and traditional fabrics, widely used for voluminous and refined gowns.  The name comes from the Persian word 'Taftah' meaning woven fabric.

With a subtle sheen and excellent shape retention, taffeta is highly sought after for bridal and other ceremonial dresses. It is ideal for creating fitted bodices and structured skirts. 

Taffeta fabric is made by weaving different types of yarn using a plain weave. It can be found in its finest form as pure silk or blended with other fibers.  Eco versions are also available using recycled polyester yarns such as Conceal. We offer a diverse collection of taffeta to meet both your stylistic and technical needs.

At Bridal Fabrics, enjoy the different tones of this textile that shines subtly. The shot taffeta retains the light in a particular way, and the reflections produced show a dual tone from the two colors that are used in the weaving process. This dual tone can really highlight the cut of a dress and is eye-catching also. 


TAFFETA: FOR WHAT TYPE OF WEDDING DRESS?

Whether it is a shot or dual tone taffeta, that is to say woven with threads of different colors allowing different reflections in the light, or it is simply made from a single thread, taffeta available from Bridal Fabrics brings charm and elegance to dresses. It is used for the design of short as well as long dresses, for the assembly of elegant bustiers. If you are looking to mimic a period dress for a theatre, tv, re-enactment or just for your own sewing project, this is definitely a first choice fabric. Taffeta for wedding dresses has been used in haute couture for example by Vera Wang and has fallen out of favour in the bridal industry in recent years but we are seeing a resurgence, with a significant quantity of taffeta fabric bustling and sweeping in dramatic and structural wedding dresses.

Whether you are looking to create a vintage or contemporary dress, the texture of taffeta allows you to take certain liberties: pleat, layer and puff out sleeves because of the crispness of the fabric. Many centuries ago, this woven silk fabric was appreciated in ancient Persia for its dual tonality. Today, designers still love the shimmer of this fabric creating elegant and refined dresses.


THE QUALITY COMMITMENT OF BRIDAL FABRICS

The quality of the textiles used to make a wedding dress or for creations for all kinds of special occasion wear remains of primary importance. Our online fabric store is committed to providing wedding dress designers with collections of fabrics from the best suppliers in the world.  We source our quality fabric from The United Kingdom, Germany, Turkey, France and India amongst others.  We also deliver orders worldwide.

We offer a combination of Taffeta fabric made from different yarns including silk taffeta, polyester taffeta and also an eco taffeta called Conceal using recycled polyester for the eco conscious bride. 


ORDER YOUR TAFFETA FABRIC AT BRIDAL FABRICS

In order to help you with your selection of taffeta fabric, you can order two free standard samples provided by Bridal Fabrics. Once you have made your decision, it's easy to place your order online on each product page. If you need any help or advice please contact us.

At Bridal Fabrics, we work to ensure you have an excellent range of fabrics, lace, tulles and trim to choose from and to provide you with a first rate customer service. You can rely on us as a partner in your bridal business or individual sewing project.

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