<P> Grosgrain / ˈɡroʊɡreɪn / , also gros - grain and , rarely , gros grain , is a type of fabric characterized by its ribbed appearance . In grosgrain , the weft is heavier than the warp , creating prominent transverse ribs . It is called a `` corded '' fabric since the weft resembles a fine cord . Grosgrain is a plain weave corded fabric , with heavier cords than in poplin but lighter than in faille . Grosgrain has a very dull appearance with little luster but is very strong . It is a firm , close - woven , fine - corded fabric . While grosgrain fabric is generally black , it can be many different colors , and grosgrain ribbon comes in a large variety of colors and patterns . </P>
<P> Grosgrain / ˈɡroʊɡreɪn / , also gros - grain and , rarely , gros grain , is a type of fabric characterized by its ribbed appearance . In grosgrain , the weft is heavier than the warp , creating prominent transverse ribs . It is called a `` corded '' fabric since the weft resembles a fine cord . Grosgrain is a plain weave corded fabric , with heavier cords than in poplin but lighter than in faille . Grosgrain has a very dull appearance with little luster but is very strong . It is a firm , close - woven , fine - corded fabric . While grosgrain fabric is generally black , it can be many different colors , and grosgrain ribbon comes in a large variety of colors and patterns . </P>
word linking with gros for a type of ribbon
word linking with gros for a type of ribbon
Grosgrain
Grosgrain