---
type: "fabric"
name: "Venetian"
slug: "venetian"
fabric_family: "woven"
construction: "satin/sateen"
typical_fibers:
  - "Wool"
  - "Silk"
weight_gsm: "200–350 g/m²"
price_tier: 4
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/venetian"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:34:00.208694+00:00"
---

# Venetian

Venetian is a luxurious woven fabric characterized by its smooth, glossy surface and rich drape, commonly made from wool or silk.

- **Fabric Family**: Woven
- **Construction**: Satin/Sateen
- **Typical Fibers**: Wool, Silk
- **Weight**: 200–350 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 0.5–1 mm
- **Typical Width**: 140 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$$$ (4 of 5)

## About Venetian

Venetian fabric is a type of satin or sateen weave that creates a lustrous finish, making it ideal for formal wear and upholstery. The fabric's construction involves a high thread count, resulting in a dense and durable material that feels soft against the skin. Typically made from high-quality fibers such as wool and silk, Venetian fabric is known for its elegant appearance and excellent draping qualities, making it a popular choice for evening gowns, jackets, and high-end upholstery.

## Woven Properties

- **Ends per Inch (EPI)**: 80
- **Picks per Inch (PPI)**: 75

## Stretch Properties

- **Warp Stretch**: 5%
- **Weft Stretch**: 5%

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 5 CFM
- **Hydrostatic Head**: 100 mm
- **Spray Rating**: 5
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 0.5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.2
- **UPF Rating**: 15

## Appearance & Hand

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

## Performance Features

- Moisture Wicking
- Wrinkle Resistance

## Common Finishes

- Mercerized
- Calendared
- Antimicrobial

## Common Applications

- Evening Wear
- Formal Suits
- Dresses
- Upholstery
- Curtains

## Common Uses in Detail

### Formal & Evening Wear

Its smooth, glossy surface and fluid drape make it ideal for tailored suits, gowns, and evening wear. The fabric holds its structure beautifully while reflecting light, lending garments an elevated, polished appearance suited to formal occasions.

### Drapery & Upholstery

Its rich sheen and substantial weight make it a distinguished choice for curtains and upholstered furniture. The dense [Satin](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/satin) construction resists sagging, while the lustrous finish adds a sense of opulence to formal interior spaces.

## Care Instructions

Machine wash on a gentle cycle with cold water. Iron on low heat to maintain sheen.

- Washing machine, gentle cycle
- Iron, low heat
- Do Not Bleach

## Additional Information

Venetian fabric is often used in high-end fashion due to its luxurious feel and elegant appearance. It is important to handle with care to maintain its luster and prevent damage.

- **Regional Names**: Satin, Sateen
- **Sourcing Regions**: Italy, China, India
- **Testing Standards**: Martindale/Rub count, Pilling, Colorfastness to wash, Seam slippage, Tear strength

## Fibers in This Fabric

- [Wool](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/wool.md)

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