organza

noun

or·​gan·​za ȯr-ˈgan-zə How to pronounce organza (audio)
: a sheer dress fabric (as of silk or nylon) resembling organdy

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In September that year, Schiff wore a black organza two-piece Valentino set to an event attended by Jackie Kennedy, who then requested a private viewing of the collection. Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025 In fact, the costume designer revealed during British Vogue’s Forces of Fashion event last year that the dress wasn’t even Wright’s favorite look from the film—that was the cream organza dress worn by a young Saoirse Ronan as Briony Tallis. Emily Chan, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025 Elsewhere, layers of organza were assembled to look like petals or feathers. Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2025 At Private Policy, playful skirts and leggings were reintroduced with a softer spin, LaQuan Smith layered chiffon and organza into sheer mock turtlenecks and gowns that balanced daring with refinement, while Diotima focused on intricate draping that highlighted the power of craft. Essence, 24 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for organza

Word History

Etymology

probably alteration of Lorganza, a trademark

First Known Use

1820, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of organza was in 1820

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“Organza.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/organza. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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