Our Dark Merlot Stretch Charmeuse Fabric is a lightweight, luxurious, soft, and shiny fabric generally used in evening-wear, lingerie and bridal or wedding gowns. This fabric's gorgeous shine and soft drape makes it ideal for bias cut gowns, skirts, and blouses. Silk Stretch Charmeuse can also be used as a decadent garment lining fabric and as soft touch to home decor or bedding projects. The front of the fabric has a characteristic satin finish, while the back is matte. Fabric Weight: 19 MM. The fabric composition is 95% silk and 5% spandex. The fabric is sold by the Yard, and measures 42 inches in width.