: a crisp plain-woven lustrous fabric of various fibers used especially for women's clothing
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And floor-length taffeta capes.
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Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Another highlight was the black taffeta evening gown from the same collection, which went for €420,000, also minus fees.
—Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2026
The dress is crafted from lustrous taffeta, and a little velvet bow at the bust completes the look with understated material contrast.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
One of our favorite after-hours looks is a crisp broadcloth tuxedo shirt with either tailored pants or a taffeta skirt—a timeless, elevated look that will never go out of style.
—Avery Matera, Glamour, 6 Jan. 2026
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Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Another highlight was the black taffeta evening gown from the same collection, which went for €420,000, also minus fees.
—Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2026
The dress is crafted from lustrous taffeta, and a little velvet bow at the bust completes the look with understated material contrast.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
One of our favorite after-hours looks is a crisp broadcloth tuxedo shirt with either tailored pants or a taffeta skirt—a timeless, elevated look that will never go out of style.
—Avery Matera, Glamour, 6 Jan. 2026
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“Taffeta.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taffeta. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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taffeta
noun
taf·fe·ta
ˈtaf-ət-ə 
: a crisp shiny fabric used especially for women's clothing
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