Silk
This material, guarded by the Chinese out of fear of execution for more than 7000 years has been desired by the entire world for millennia. It was used as currency in China, caused economic problems in ancient Rome, distinguished the commoners from the nobility in Medieval times and remains a craved commodity. The complex process of production requires care and attention to detail starting with the growing of the silk worms and ending with the manual weaving. It is an elegant material that can come in different thickness and any imaginable embroidery. It keeps your body warm in the cold and cool at high temperatures. It is a shiny, non-slippery, strong material, perfect for simple-cut dresses, excelling through detailed embroidery.
Taffeta
This is a starched cloth that holds its shape, thus being used for corsets and dresses with a particular form, different from that of the body. Its lustrous, glimmer confer it a metallic, watery inflections from which its elegance stems. Being stiff and crisp, taffeta can be used to create elaborate necklines and rims.
Chiffon
A lightweight, balanced, semi-transparent material. It is used either in layers or in conjecture with other material. Being smooth and delicate, it gives the dress an elegant, floating appearance. This material is perfect for free-flowing gowns as it will react to any movement you will make. Chiffon is strong for its weight and has a lustrous quality desirable for evening wear.
Satin
A smooth material with high lustre, which can be woven in various patterns, offering it texture. It varies in weight and flexibility, however it is a rather heavy material that will fall nicely into place and move along with your body. Satin can be on-sided or two-sided regarding its lustre, the former being preferred as it provides both an elegant look and a pleasant, smooth feel against the skin.
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