crepe de Chine
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of crepe de Chine
1885–90; < French: literally, crepe from China
Example Sentences
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My designs are modernly elegant and chic with a twist — interesting cuts, dramatic drapes from the back, and layering of different silk fabrics, like crepe de Chine, chiffon and tulle.
From New York Times ● Oct. 5, 2021
Kors officially launched his label in 1981 when, at age 21, he debuted an 18-piece collection of white crepe de Chine dresses and streamlined leather separates made for the resort season.
From New York Times ● Apr. 9, 2018
But his most inspired idea was to elevate ordinary crepe de Chine.
From New York Times ● Oct. 2, 2010
When he awoke he learned that the sweaters he had brought for the kids were too small; the real crepe de Chine nightgown for his wife too large.
From Time Magazine Archive
So it was with Anne in her pink crepe de Chine.
From Grace Harlowe's Plebe Year at High School The Merry Doings of the Oakdale Freshmen Girls by Flower, Jessie Graham [pseud.]
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