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

Amal chose a body-contouring and razor pleated black Tom Ford by Haider Ackermann gown with silk taffeta and leather details, the brand’s Vertigo pumps, and a matching clutch. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026

The Vertigo pumps were a glossy complement to Clooney’s graphic gown in black silk taffeta, which was defined by narrow sculptural panels and irregular razor-sharp pleating. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026

While her actual dress featured puffy sleeves rendered in ivory silk taffeta, the backup dress had slimmer sleeves and was made out of white silk. — Emma Banks, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026

Diana’s show-stopping wedding dress was an ivory silk taffeta and lace gown designed by Elizabeth and her then-husband, David. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 30 July 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