1. a crisp, smooth, plain-woven fabric with a slight sheen, typically made of silk or synthetic fibers

Examples

• The bride’s dress was made of ivory taffeta.
• She wore a taffeta gown to the formal dinner.
• The curtains were sewn from burgundy taffeta fabric.
• Taffeta rustles softly when you walk.
• The designer chose taffeta for its elegant drape.
• Her prom dress featured layers of pink taffeta.