Chiffon Fabric 60in Wide Lilac - Sheer Polyester for Dresses & Decor

In this review of the Lilac chiffon from New Star Fabrics, the bottom line is simple: this continuous 60in wide, 100% soft polyester chiffon is for crafters and event decorators who need a lightweight, flowing sheer that drapes well and comes in generous yardage. The single biggest reason to buy is the combination of width and continuous yardage options that make it easy to cover backdrops, curtains, or multiple garments without visible seams, while retaining a soft, reusable polyester feel.

Key Features

• Premium Quality Material: Made from 100% soft polyester, the fabric feels durable and comfortable while remaining lightweight for layered garments.
• Generous Width and Yardage: The 60in wide format and continuous lengths (including 10 yards) allow large drapes and multiple garment pieces with minimal seams.
• Sheer, Flowing Drape: The chiffon is notably sheer and flows nicely, making it suitable for overlays, scarves, and soft curtains.
• Easy Care: The material tolerates gentle machine wash or hand wash with cold water and mild detergent, which helps reuse for future projects.
• Lightweight with Some Elasticity: Fair crease resistance and slight elasticity keep finished pieces comfortable and forgiving for wearables and decorative uses.

Who It's For

This chiffon is ideal for wedding and party decorators, costume makers, and hobby sewers who need a lightweight sheer with good flow for maxi dresses, overlays, draping, or soft backdrops. The continuous lengths and 60in width make it especially useful when matching panels or creating long venue drapes without many seams.

Those who need a very structured, heavy fabric or true natural fiber like silk should look elsewhere; while this polyester chiffon closely mimics a soft sheer, it is a synthetic fabric and behaves accordingly in heat and long-term wear conditions.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Soft, flowing hand that works well for dresses, scarves, and draped decor uses.
• Wide 60in width and continuous yard lengths reduce seams when covering large areas.
• Durable and reusable polyester construction that is easy to care for on gentle cycles.
• Good color and sheer appearance, praised by customers for beauty and softness.

Cons

• As a lightweight polyester chiffon it is sheer by nature and may require lining for opaque garments.
• Durability opinions were mixed among users, so heavy wear projects may need reinforcement.

Specifications

Material	100% soft polyester
Width	60 in
Available Lengths	Continuous yardage: 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 20 yards
Color	Lilac
Weight / Feel	Lightweight, sheer, flowing
Care	Hand wash or gentle machine wash, cold water, mild detergent

Our Verdict

The Lilac 60in chiffon is a practical, attractive choice for anyone needing wide, continuous sheer fabric for events, garments, or crafts. It offers good value when you need flowing drape and generous yardage without specialty natural fibers; just plan for lining in opaque garments and consider reinforcement for high-wear items.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this fabric opaque?
The fabric is sheer and best used as an overlay or with a lining if opacity is required.

Can it be machine washed?
Yes, use a gentle cycle or hand wash in cold water with mild detergent to preserve the fabric.

Is the width suitable for large backdrops?
Yes, the 60in width and continuous yardage options make it convenient for backdrops and long drapes with fewer seams.