Wabi Sabi Black Silk Dupioni Woven

Wabi Sabi Black Silk Dupioni Woven

$12.50
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Classic silk dupioni* in black with an irregular imperfect (and interesting) weave, deadstock from an LA designer. Light/shirting weight, opaque, softly textured, with a soft hand and lightly crisp yet malleable drape. Dress it up or down, make a dress, shirt, skirt, vest, soft pant, light jacket, or duster coat. Makes a luxurious lining, works for accessories and home decor too. A silk jacket or vest is a basic in my wardrobe and makes a smooth layering piece to slide over/under other garments and travels well. Limited quantity. *Silk dupioni is known for its distinctively textured appearance and luxurious feel. It is created by weaving two or more different colors of silk threads, resulting in a slightly slubby, irregular texture with a lustrous quality and soft sheen. Marcy says, 'I like to kick back silk dupioni by tossing it into the washer and/or dryer which creates overall crinkles, mutes the sheen and softens the drape - a method I've seen and liked used by upscale designers. I

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