Paillettes are flat beads used for decorative purposes. In earlier centuries, they were made from shiny metals. Today, paillettes are most often made from plastic. They are available in a wide variety of colors and geometrical shapes. Paillettes are commonly used on clothing, jewelry, bags, shoes and lots of other accessories. Paillettes are sometimes also referred to as spangles, sequins,…

A type of lustrous, lightweight velvet fabric, usually made of silk or a manufactured fiber, in which the pile has been flattened in one direction.

A compactly woven, lightweight fabric comparable with airplane cloth. It is made of silk, nylon, rayon, cotton, or polyester.

Leather or imitation leather processed with lacquer to give a hard glossy surface.

A heavy twill weave drapeable satin fabric, made of silk or a manufactured fiber, and used for bridal gowns and eveningwear.