1
: a fabric with a twill weave
2
: a textile weave in which the filling threads pass over one and under two or more warp threads to give an appearance of diagonal lines
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Duchesse, twill and double satin will add luminosity and fluid movement to the structure of the pieces.
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Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
With more than 400 5-star reviews, this cotton twill bed skirt is clearly a favorite.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 23 Feb. 2026
The design includes a durable organic cotton twill lining, an interior slip pocket, and a zip pocket to keep your wallet, keys, or other important personal belongings.
—Megan Schaltegger, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026
Unlike some twill weave sheets that may trap heat, these are made with bamboo-viscose, a naturally cooling fabric.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026
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Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 25 Feb. 2026
With more than 400 5-star reviews, this cotton twill bed skirt is clearly a favorite.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 23 Feb. 2026
The design includes a durable organic cotton twill lining, an interior slip pocket, and a zip pocket to keep your wallet, keys, or other important personal belongings.
—Megan Schaltegger, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026
Unlike some twill weave sheets that may trap heat, these are made with bamboo-viscose, a naturally cooling fabric.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026
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“Twill.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/twill. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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