barege
/bəˈrɛʒ/
noun
- A lightweight, silky fabric made from silk and wool or cotton, often used for women's clothing.
- The tailor recommended barege for the evening gown because of its soft drape.
- Her summer dress was made of a delicate barege that felt cool against her skin.
- In the 19th century, barege was a popular fabric for shawls and scarves.