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The Vintage Fashion Guild™ (VFG) is an international organization dedicated to the promotion and preservation of vintage fashion.
The Vintage Fashion Guild™ (VFG) is an international community of people with expertise in vintage fashion. VFG members enjoy a wealth of resources, avenues for promoting their shops and specialties, and camaraderie with others who share a common interest and passion.
Made of waste fibers from silk cocoons, silk noil (also spelled noile) is spun from short fibers, instead of reeled, as are most silks. The result is a cotton-like fabric with a nubby texture which is the same on both sides. The fabric is usually plain weave.
Uses: Dresses, blouses, skirts, slacks
Silk noil