French for the word cloth, Chiffon remains a dignified, sheer fabric with an ease in drape and crepe-like texture. Even with a dry hand, Chiffon manages to have a small amount of give, amicable to designers who specialize in eveningwear. The inherent brilliance of this fabric is due to the triangular shape of each fiber that refracts light in many directions. Lightweight and absorbent, Chiffon will keep you comfortable in the summer as well as warm in the winter since it holds warm air close to your skin.