A two-faced, reversible crepe back satin — smooth satin shine on one face, matte crepe on the reverse — engineered for formal gowns, bridal, eveningwear, and bridesmaid dresses that need both surface options in a single fabric.

Crepe Back Satin (also sold as "Satin Back Crepe" or "SBC fabric") is a 100% polyester woven satin where the front and reverse are intentionally different textures. The face is smooth and lustrous with a soft, controlled sheen. The reverse is a fine matte crepe with a subtle pebbled hand. Both sides are fully finished and designed to be used. Milled in Korea at approximately 181 gsm (~5.3 oz/yd²) in 54/55" width, this is a mid-weight formal satin held in a 59-color library — one of the deepest crepe back satin palettes available by the yard.

Applications

Apparel

• Bridal gowns — modern, structured, and reversible-detail looks
• Bridesmaid dresses and mother-of-the-bride gowns (59 colors for bridal-party matching)
• Eveningwear, black-tie gowns, cocktail and gala dresses
• Prom, pageant, and quinceañera gowns
• Structured bodices, draped skirts, bias-cut overlays
• Reversible details — lapels, cuffs, sashes, contrast bands, bow ties, button loops
• Tuxedo facings and formal vest fronts
• Bridal capes, opera coats, evening jackets (lined)
• Wide-leg evening trousers, jumpsuits, draped blouses
• Wraps, stoles, evening shawls; high-end pocket squares and ties

Events & decor

• Reversible napkins — satin face up for shine, crepe back up for matte sophistication
• Formal table runners and tablecloth overlays (fold edges to reveal contrasting back)
• Tabletop runners and napkins for formal events; charger plate covers
• Bridal sashes, chair ties, and chair sashes — premium hand for upscale weddings
• Ceremony drapery, arch fabric, chuppah panels, and wedding canopies
• Photo backdrops and styling drapery — soft sheen photographs cleanly under lighting, no hot spots
• Interior, light-traffic ceremony aisle runners; ring bearer pillows
• Use as overlays or runners for tablecloths; for full floor-length banquet tablecloths, choose a heavier event satin

Hand & feel

The satin face is cool, smooth, and fluid against the skin, with a luminous but controlled sheen — closer to a soft pearl finish than a high-gloss mirror. The crepe back has a subtle pebbled matte hand with a fine, even grain; light absorbs rather than reflects, giving the surface a quiet, modern look. Combined hand is mid-weight with body-following drape — closer to duchess satin in body than to charmeuse, but with the crepe back adding a softer fall and useful micro-friction that helps the fabric hang straight rather than slip on a hanger or stand.

Best for / not ideal for

Best for:

• Bridal and bridal-party work where a single fabric needs to deliver both shine and matte detail
• Formal and eveningwear silhouettes — structured bodices with draped skirts
• Reversible pieces — capes, stoles, opera coats, bows, sashes, detachable trains
• Tuxedo facings, vest fronts, and formal accessories
• Modern event styling — runners, napkins, overlays, ceremony drapery

Not ideal for:

• Cathedral-scale ball gowns needing extreme architectural structure (use duchess satin or mikado)
• Stretch-fit gowns, bodysuits, or anything needing give — this is a non-stretch woven
• High-traffic upholstery — beautiful for accent pillows, not built for sustained abrasion
• Heavy outdoor drapery under sustained UV — polyester satins fade in long sun
• Floor-length banquet tablecloths used as the only covering (use a heavier event satin)
• Heavily beaded gowns over very long spans without underlining

Specifications

• Fabric type: Premium woven crepe back satin (two-faced / reversible)
• Composition: 100% Polyester
• Construction: Satin face / crepe back, reversible
• Weight: ~181 gsm (~5.3 oz/yd²) — mid-weight
• Width: 54/55"
• Stretch: None
• Hand: Mid-weight, fluid with body
• Sheen: Soft luminous satin face / matte pebbled crepe reverse
• Colorways: 59 in stock
• Country of Origin: Korea
• Sold by the yard, no minimums. Free swatches available.

Care

• Dry clean finished formalwear and bridal pieces to preserve shape and sheen.
• For washable applications: machine wash cold on delicate in a mesh bag, or hand wash with mild detergent. No bleach or brighteners.
• Lay flat or hang to dry. Avoid direct sunlight.
• Iron on low (polyester setting) with a press cloth — press the satin face on the reverse to avoid shine marks. Steam is safe on both faces.
• Do not wring or twist — blot moisture with a clean towel.

FAQ

What is crepe back satin?
A two-faced woven satin where the front is smooth lustrous satin and the reverse is a fine matte crepe with a subtle pebbled texture. Both sides are fully finished and designed to be used. Also called satin back crepe or SBC fabric — same construction, different naming.

Is it good for wedding dresses?
Yes — one of the strongest use cases. The two-faced construction lets you use the satin face for the body of a gown and the matte crepe for self-lined lapels, cuffs, sashes, bound edges, or a fully reversible cape. Mid-weight body holds clean lines for structured bodices while draping on a bias-cut skirt.

Is it good for bridesmaid dresses?
Yes, and the 59-color library is the reason it works at scale. Bridal parties needing four to twelve dresses in matching shades benefit from the depth of the in-stock palette, and the dual face lets the designer assign satin to some pieces and matte crepe to others within one coherent fabric story.

Crepe back satin vs duchess satin — which should I choose?
Duchess satin is heavy (200–280 gsm), single-faced, and high-shine — built for architectural ball gowns and cathedral-scale silhouettes. Crepe back satin is lighter (~181 gsm), reversible, and built for modern formal with both shape and drape. Choose duchess for cathedral scale; choose crepe back for modern formal with reversible detail.

Is it good for napkins, runners, and table overlays?
Excellent. Fold one way for shine, the other for matte — the same napkin or runner delivers two distinct looks. Mid-weight body sits cleanly on table edges without slipping, and the 59-color library matches almost any palette. For full floor-length banquet tablecloths as the only covering, choose a heavier event satin; crepe back satin is the premium overlay and runner option.

How do you press it?
On low (polyester setting), on the reverse first, with a press cloth. Direct high-heat iron contact will scorch or develop shine marks on the satin face. Steam is the safer option for both faces. Always test on a scrap.