crepon
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of crepon
1885–90; < French, equivalent to crêpe crepe + -on noun suffix
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The four bridesmaids—Miss—etc., etc.—wore cream crepon dresses trimmed with turquoise blue velvet, and hats to match.
From Born in Exile by George Gissing
Asia, looking very pretty in her new crepon, cast shy glances at Joe Eichorn, who had been "keeping company" of late.
From Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch by Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice
"Here is a dress I brought for Asia," she said, shaking out the folds of a soft crepon.
From Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch by Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice
Loulou, for of course it was she, wore a cream-colored silk crepon dress.
From The Malady of the Century by Max Simon Nordau
The largest designs of crepon show a raised or puffed appearance.
From Textiles For Commercial, Industrial, and Domestic Arts Schools; Also Adapted to Those Engaged in Wholesale and Retail Dry Goods, Wool, Cotton, and Dressmaker's Trades by William H. (William Henry) Dooley
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