Meaning & use
faille
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A soft, ribbed fabric, usually of silk, rayon, or cotton, used especially in dressmaking.
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The designer chose a heavy silk faille for the gown's structured skirt.
The jacket's lining was made of a smooth faille that caught the light.
A note on using this word
Borrowed directly from French, "faille" is prized in fashion for its subtle ribbed texture and slight sheen, making it popular for formal wear.
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