organza

noun

or·​gan·​za ȯr-ˈgan-zə 

: a sheer dress fabric (as of silk or nylon) resembling organdy

Examples of organza in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Her dramatic draping gown featured delicate organza flowers and reportedly took 712 hours to make. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 11 Aug. 2026

Holmes opted for one of her must-have brands, wearing a layered and textured, silk cotton organza strapless dress from Fforme. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 9 Aug. 2026

For the after-party, Emma Roberts donned an archival black two-piece from Lhuillier's 2004 collection, featuring a black corset top and layered silk organza skirt. — Kimi Robinson, USA Today, 26 July 2026

The modest gown featured a bateau neckline and three-quarter sleeves, with wildflowers hand-embroidered into the silk threads and organza of her veil, a nod the 53 countries of the Commonwealth. — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

probably alteration of Lorganza, a trademark

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for organza

• bonanza
• extravaganza
• stanza