From Tulle to Taffeta #thenorfolkbride is here to help!
With so many different fabrics available today it is difficult to distinguish a Silk Chiffon from Silk Taffeta, Here's a quick guide to help you through the features of the different fabrics on offer.
Organza -

Sheer, lightweight fabric
traditionally made from Silk,
however many modern Organza's
are woven from synthetic fibers such as Nylon or Polyester
Chiffon -
Think elegant and floaty, very lightweight. Early Chiffon was made purely from Silk, low cost polyester and nylon Chiffon was made available from the 1960's
Taffeta -
A crisp, plain woven fabric made from Silk, Cuprammonium Raynons, as well as acetate and polyester. Taffeta holds its shape better than most other fabrics

Silk Georgette -
Lightweight, sheer crepe fabric,
named after french dressmaker
Georgette de da Plante.
Springy and less lustrous than its relative chiffon.
Silk Charmeuse Satin -
Lightweight fabric woven with a satin weave, giving a smooth finish which is lustrous and reflective. Silk Charmeuse Satin is more expensive and delicate than the synthetic polyester version however it is softer and a breathes better. Silk Charmeuse drapes well and is suited to fluid, slinky bias cut gowns.
Duchess Satin -
Very luxurious, heavy stiff satin. A perfect fabric for the big fairytale gowns!
Tulle -

A lightweight, fine stiff netting
made from Silk, nylon or polyester.
Commonly used for veils, wedding dresses
and not forgetting ballet tutu's!