noun
- A type of silk fabric with a rough, uneven texture, made from the cocoons of two silkworms spun together.
Usage: Also spelled 'dupioni' or 'douppioni'.; Textile/fashion term.
Examples
- The wedding dress was made from luxurious dupion silk with a subtle sheen.
- Dupion fabric is prized for its distinctive slubbed texture and natural appearance.
- The designer chose dupion for the curtains because of its elegant, slightly irregular weave.
- Dupion silk drapes beautifully and adds visual interest to formal garments.