Rayon Challis Scuba Fabric

For a nicely draping fabric with a somewhat heavier feel than some of the lighter ones, rayon challis is an excellent choice.

Rayon challis is heavier in weight than many variations of cotton, such as voile and lawn. However, it does have a smooth surface that lends itself nicely to girl's dresses.

Cotton

Casual garments made out of cotton are perfect for both dressy and everyday wear. Cotton fabrics include lawn, voile, and denim.

Cotton voile is light in weight, and it has a semi-sheer quality, making it ideal for garments that require a soft drape.

Lawn is much the same as voile, although it has more substance to it, resulting in a crisper feel. Denim is a heavy-weight cotton with little stretch or drape. A denim jumper would work well as a casual or work garment.

Chambray

For another lightweight fabric choice, chambray is an ideal dress material.

Chambray has a smooth feel, similar to cotton. However, this material doesn't offer the same draping ability that voile, lawn, and rayon challis do.

Silk and Satin

For some gowns, silk is the only choice due to its lightweight and superior draping.

Silk shimmers attractively, although it can sometimes be almost too slippery when used for a garment. Silk is a common lining Knitting Stretchy Fabric due to its light weight. Satin has qualities similar to silk, offering a beautifully glossy sheen when used for a gown or dress. Satin is available in a variety of colors and weights.