CHOOSING AN ALTERNATIVE FABRIC TO STAY IN BUDGET AND ON POINT

When it comes to fabric, everyone wants to work with the best. From silk to cashmere, designers only use the top tier. But, sometimes your budget and your vision don’t meet eye to eye and you need a fabulous fabric to keep your style exquisite. Let’s take a look at the most lavish fabrics on the runway, and what alternative fabrics you can use that will keep your garments from looking cheap. Although many people think of polyester when they need an alternative, and for good reason, it’s not the only option. From faux fur to rayon, synthetic and alternative fabrics have been getting better as technology and manufacturing evolve and advance. 

Here are alternatives fabrics we utilized to lower the cost of a custom bridal gown:

Replace Silk Chiffon with Polyester Chiffon: Chiffon is the sheer fabric utilized for eveningwear and lingerie. Made of silk, it is fine, slippery and upon close inspection resembles a net or mesh. Perfect for overlays and creating provocative silhouettes. Polyester Chiffon, also utilized for alluring or dramatic styles, maintains the fine feel of silk chiffon but it can withstand the washer.

Replace Silk crepe with Rayon: Silk Crepe features a grainy hand and varies in weight and opacity. Although crepe is often considered an eveningwear fabric, it can also be used for more casual garments. There are a variety of crepes, including georgette, plisse, and crepe de chine. Rayon is an excellent choice when it comes to alternative fabrics across the board. Rayon is considered a semi-synthetic fabric, It is lightweight, soft, and durable, making rayon crepe perfect for longlasting eveningwear. 

Replace Silk Satin with Mercerized Cotton: Satin features a glossy hand and matte back. It is often used in leisurewear, from high-end bomber jackets and blouses to lingerie and eveningwear. There are several types of satin, such as charmeuse and duchesse. Mercerization is a treatment in which cotton and other cellulosic materials are made stronger and given more of a shine. This treatment was created in 1844 in England, but it was updated to its modern form in 1890. Due to its lustrous shone, Mercerized Cotton is an excellent substitute for silk satin.