Organdy

Women's dress
MFA #: 2003.337.1

Description

A thin, stiff, semitransparent fabric. Organdy is a plain woven cloth made from Cotton then sized with Shellac, Gum or a Synthetic resin. The sizing gives organdy its crisp, transparent appearance that is launder resistant. Organdy is used for blouses, dresses, trim and curtains.

Synonyms and Related Terms

organdie; organdí (Esp.)

Additional Images

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  Organdy dress
  MFA# 2011.463

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  Organdy apron
  MFA #: 51.1357

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  Organdy cap
  MFA# 55.604

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  Organdy