An extensive analysis and testing of wedding dress fabric

<p>This material analysis explores polyester satin, polyester chiffon, nylon tulle, silk organza, and silk taffeta that are utilized in the wedding gown industry today. Each of the five fabrics are extensively tested in the laboratory to determine cover factor, drape, abrasion, crocking (wet & dry), stiffness, tensile strength, and seam strength. These fabric properties are usually considered to have significant effects on the garment performance. The results from these tests are analyzed, giving a better understanding of each fabric’s individual characteristics to help dressmaking designers further their knowledge and better construct their wedding dress garments.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

Master of Science (MS)

Level thesis:degree_level

Open Access Thesis

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Technology Studies

Year dc:date.available

2014

Author dc:creator

• Krdu, Margaret

Contributors dc:contributor

• Subhas Ghosh
• Julie Becker

• Dress
• Fabric
• Wedding
• Technology and Innovation

Repository record dc:identifier

https://commons.emich.edu/theses/830

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:commons.emich.edu:theses-2218