Organza: The Pinnacle of Luxury Fabrics – 1-Minute Overview
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Intro
Organza was regarded as one of the prettiest fabrics, with a strong feminine appeal, during the vintage moments of the Victorian period. Its name is derived from the term "Organzine," which translates to a fabric composed of strands of stiff silk fibers. At ShopLance we use only premium quality of Organza silk for manufacturing Saree, Suit or Lehenga
What is organza?
Organza is a lightweight, sheer, plain weave fabric, originally made from silk. Today, many contemporary organzas are made from synthetic materials such as polyester and nylon, providing consumers with an ever greater affordable, versatile and durable choice of fabrics. Organza is defined by the tiny holes throughout the fabric, created by the gaps between the weft and warp thread in the plain-weave material. The quality of organza is determined by the number of holes per inch and the greater number of holes denotes a higher standard of organza. Organza is the go-to fabric for bridal gowns and evening wear, due to it’s shimmery, delicate quality which creates a luxurious drape and a stunning silhouette.
Origins
The name organza originally stems from the word organzine, which refers to the process of making silk threads by twisting the silk fibres. Although silk originated in China, the word organzine comes from the town of Urgang in Turkestan, which was home to one of the most popular silk markets on the Silk Road.
How Is Organza Made?
Making organza involves a complicated and delicate weaving process and many types of organzas are still made by hand due to the precise nature of the work involved. The weaving process begins by using filament yarns – long, continuous strands of either silk or synthetic fibres which are twisted tightly in opposite directions so the fibres naturally cling together. Once the yarns are twisted together, they are combed and treated with acid which will create the character stiffness of organza. These treated yarns are spun into fabric and woven together using a plain weave method. Here the warp and weft threads are criss-crossed in an equal pattern to form the correct appearance, drape and finish for organza.
