Armure refers to a common fiber that can be of cotton, silk, wool, rayon, synthetics, and blends. Plain, twill, or rib, background often has a small design either Jacquard or dobby made with warp floats on surface giving a raised effect. Design is often in two colours and raised. Armure was derived from original fabric which was woven with a small interlaced design of chain armor and used for military equipment during the Crusades.
Uses: _Elegant evening gowns, draperies, or upholstery.
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