What is crepe fabric and where is it used in Indian garments?

Crepe is a fabric with a distinctive crinkled, wrinkled, or grainy surface texture — created by using highly twisted yarns in weaving or through special finishing treatments. It has a matte finish and drapes beautifully.

Types in Indian market:

• Viscose crepe — most common in wholesale kurtis and co-ord sets, soft and affordable
• Silk crepe — premium, used in designer sarees and blouses
• Polyester crepe — durable, wrinkle-resistant, used in office-wear suits

Garments using crepe: Kurtis, kurti-pant sets, co-ord sets, saree blouses, anarkali suits, and party-wear dresses. Viscose crepe is especially popular in the ₹250–₹500 kurti wholesale range.