charmeuse
/ʃɑːˈməːz
/noun [mass noun]
A soft, smooth silky dress fabric.He mixed casual style with elegant material - parachute pants of silk crepe satin or a blazer of ivory silk charmeuse - to create looks that work for both day and night....
- For a luxurious look, choose a satin or charmeuse lining and underline it with flannel.
- The chocolate becomes the gourmet's equivalent of charmeuse.
Origin
Early 20th century: from French, feminine of charmeur 'charmer', from charmer 'to charm'.