---
type: "fabric"
name: "Dupioni"
slug: "dupioni"
fabric_family: "specialty"
construction: "jacquard"
typical_fibers:
  - "Silk"
weight_gsm: "150–250 g/m²"
price_tier: 4
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/dupioni"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:08:48.464801+00:00"
---

# Dupioni

Dupioni is a luxurious silk fabric characterized by its unique texture and vibrant colors, often used in formal wear and home décor.

- **Fabric Family**: Specialty
- **Construction**: Jacquard
- **Typical Fibers**: Silk
- **Weight**: 150–250 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 0.5–1 mm
- **Typical Width**: 114 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$$$ (4 of 5)

## About Dupioni

Dupioni is a specialty silk fabric known for its crisp texture and slight irregularities, which are a result of the weaving process that combines two different silk threads. The fabric is typically woven in a jacquard style, allowing for intricate patterns and designs. Dupioni is highly regarded for its luster and ability to hold shape, making it ideal for structured garments such as evening gowns, bridal wear, and elegant drapery. Its natural sheen and vibrant color options enhance its appeal in high-end fashion and interior design.

## Woven Properties

- **Ends per Inch (EPI)**: 40
- **Picks per Inch (PPI)**: 30

## Stretch Properties

- **Warp Stretch**: 0%
- **Weft Stretch**: 0%

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 1.5 CFM
- **Hydrostatic Head**: 50 mm
- **Spray Rating**: 0
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 0.5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.1
- **UPF Rating**: 15

## Appearance & Hand

- **Luster**: Bright
- **Opacity**: Opaque
- **Surface Texture**: slightly textured
- **Hand & Drape**: Fluid

## Performance Features

- Wrinkle Resistance
- Stain Release

## Common Finishes

- Mercerized
- Calendared

## Common Applications

- Evening Wear
- Bridal Gowns
- Upholstery
- Drapery
- Costumes

## Common Uses in Detail

### Bridal & Evening Wear

Its lustrous sheen, rich color saturation, and crisp body make it a favored choice for bridal gowns and formal evening attire. The fabric holds structured silhouettes beautifully, lending an air of elegance and opulence to special-occasion garments.

### Drapery & Upholstery

Its substantial weight and vibrant, light-catching surface translate exceptionally well to home décor applications. Used in curtains and upholstered furnishings, it introduces a refined, textural richness that elevates interiors with a distinctly luxurious, formal aesthetic.

## Care Instructions

Dry clean only. Iron on low heat with a cloth to prevent shine.

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## Additional Information

Dupioni is often favored for its unique texture and ability to hold shape, making it a popular choice for structured garments. The fabric's irregularities are a hallmark of its beauty, adding character to the finished product.

- **Regional Names**: Silk Dupioni, Dupion
- **Sourcing Regions**: China, India, Thailand
- **Testing Standards**: Colorfastness to wash, Pilling, Tear strength

## Fibers in This Fabric

- Silk

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