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chiffon

[ shi-fon, shif-on ]

noun

  1. a sheer fabric of silk, nylon, or rayon in plain weave.
  2. any women's dress ornament, as ribbon or lace.


adjective

  1. (of dresses, scarves, etc.) resembling or made of chiffon.
  2. (in cooking) having a light, frothy texture, as certain pies and cakes containing beaten egg whites.

chiffon

/ ˈʃɪfɒn; ʃɪˈfɒn /

noun

  1. a fine transparent or almost transparent plain-weave fabric of silk, nylon, etc
  2. rare.
    often plural feminine finery
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

adjective

  1. made of chiffon
  2. (of soufflés, pies, cakes, etc) having a very light fluffy texture
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • ˈ³¦³ó¾±´Ú´Ú´Ç²Ô²â, adjective
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of chiffon1

1755–65; < French, equivalent to chiffe rag (< Arabic shiff sheer fabric) + -on noun suffix
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of chiffon1

C18: from French, from chiffe rag; probably related to chip
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Panels of silk lamé and chiffon paired with crystals and long, feather-like sequin embellishments might seem party-aesthetics only, but paired with a white tee and sandal, this slip skirt is everyday festive.

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It seems many Hollywood stars this year were feeling empowered as chiffon, lace and tulle were in plentiful supply at the Oscars.

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Often credited as sparking an ’80s revival in fashion, his voluminous, one-of-a-kind party dresses come to life through a combination of contrasting thrifted fabrics like denim, taffeta, chiffon, leather and lace.

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Interest in adult ballet has even intersected with the enduring fashion trend known online as #balletcore, which takes inspiration from the bows, tights, flats and chiffon that make up the classic ballet uniform.

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Think Boho chic with "printed chiffon, large statement prints and floaty shapes".

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