Also known as crape, it is a fabric characterised by a rumpled, crimped or rippled surface texture. These effects may be achieved through different weaves or finishes such as embossing. It is made from crepe yarn –– a hard yarn derived from silk, wool or synthetic fibres with more twists per inch than ordinary yarn.
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ChicagoImpart Encyclopedia of Art. "Crepe." Last updated February 17, 2026. https://imp-art.org/definitions/crepe/.
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MLA"Crepe." Impart Encyclopedia of Art, Feb. 17, 2026, https://imp-art.org/definitions/crepe/.
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HarvardImpart Encyclopedia of Art (2026) Crepe. Available at: https://imp-art.org/definitions/crepe/ (Accessed: 3 March 2026).
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