taffeta

noun

taf·​fe·​ta ˈta-fə-tə 

: a crisp plain-woven lustrous fabric of various fibers used especially for women's clothing

Examples of taffeta in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Cult Favorite With a White Canvas Sneaker There’s no better way to dip your toe into the taffeta pant trend than with Chan Luu’s cult-favorite barrel-leg styles. —Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 June 2026

In photos later released, the bride was seen wearing a vintage ivory Peau de Soie taffeta dress by Norman Hartnell as well as the Queen Mary diamond fringe tiara, both of which were borrowed from Queen Elizabeth. —Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026

Sunset selfies in thigh-high taffeta and heels and a parade of designer swimwear by the pool are perfectly acceptable. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026

In addition to the eye-catching bodice, Klum's Sophie Couture ballgown featured structured bra cups and a voluminous taffeta skirt that billowed out several feet in all directions. —Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English taffata, from Anglo-French, from Old Italian taffettà, from Turkish tafta, from Persian tāftah woven

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

taffeta

noun

taf·​fe·​ta ˈtaf-ət-ə 

: a crisp shiny fabric used especially for women's clothing