Bemberg Ambiance isthe best choice for rayon lining.
It is probably no newsto you, but did you know that rayon is processed from cellulose (like woodchips)? This is why rayon breathes. It is also relatively lightweight(close to crepe de chine and lighter charmeuse), soft, drapey, firmly woven,washable, durable and cool to wear. Bemberg Ambiance is the best choice forrayon lining because it is drapier than many other rayons and it is definitelyanti-static. It is cheaper than silk at approximately $7 per yard, and isavailable in plain and twill weave.
What makes rayon,generally, difficult to handle, is that it frays like crazy, it fades and deteriorates if exposed tosun for longer periods, and it shrinks considerably (about 10%).
Caring for rayon poses some challenges as well.Ironing out wrinkles on rayon is really a pain. Some people suggest totumble-dry low to reduce wrinkles. Also, I have heard sewers complaining aboutprogressive shrinkage after washing their garments several times!
However, many SavileRow tailors line their famous custom suits with Bemberg Ambiance! Men wear their suits frequently and foryears, so I believe the main reason for this choice is the durability of rayon.However, I heard that for a little extra they would put a silk lining.
Silk for that extratouch of luxury we all deserve
Silk is available inmany different weights. Linings that I listed on Burdastyle include China silkas lightest, followed by silk twill, crepe de chine, charmeuse and the heavyweight crepe back satin. Honestly, I never liked anything more than silk. Itdrapes, it breathes, it adjusts to body temperature and feels great in anyweather! A wide choice of different silks, and the fact that they are easier tosew and care for than synthetics and rayon, makes them my preferred choice oflining.
Where I wouldconsider silk only: For lininglight- or blouse-weight fashion fabric. Bemberg Ambiance would be somewhatheavy for those. China Silk or lightweight silk twill would be a better choice.
Where Bemberg Ambianceis an option: With mediumweight fabrics, especially, those that are subject to a lot of strain in veryfitted garments or pants. However, good quality silk twill is relatively durableas well. Rayon feels cool, which makes it a great choice for summer garmentswhich use a medium-weight fabric.
However, nothing canbeat a beautiful coat with a heavy-weight silk crepe back satin lining!
What is yourexperience with silk or rayon lining, readers? Which one do you prefer?
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