Shantung (fabric) explained

Shantung is a type of silk plain weave fabric historically from the Chinese province of Shandong.^{[1] [2]} It is similar to Dupioni, but is slightly thinner and less irregular. Shantung is often used for bridal gowns.^[3]

Structure

Shantung is a fabric with a ribbed surface that is produced by long weft yarns. The surface may vary coarse to fine according to the used yarn type.^[4] The thicker yarns were used in the weft. Yarns in shantung may have knots, and bumps (slub effects), etc.

Types

Originally it was made of silk only, but later locals used rayon and cotton Shantung also.

Notes and References

1. Book: Journal of the Society of Arts, Volume 42 . The Society . Society of Arts (Great Britain) . 1894 . Great Britain . 777.
2. Book: Wingate, Isabel Barnum. Fairchild's dictionary of textiles. 1979. New York : Fairchild Publications. Internet Archive. 978-0-87005-198-2. 547.
3. Book: Bridal Couture: Fine Sewing Techniques for Wedding Gowns and Evening Wear . registration . Krause Publications Craft . Khalje, Susan . 1997 . 24–25 . 9780801987571.
4. Book: Kadolph. Textiles. 2009. Pearson Education. 978-81-317-2570-2. 235. en.