Cotton sateen is characterized by “an irregular twill weave in which the satin effect is produced by predominant weft threads” (Montgomery). Examples of cotton “sateen” or “drab de coton” appear in the 1786 Hilton manuscript, which says that “many are exported dyed.”

• Our medium weight cotton sateen is smooth and lustrous, making it perfect for 19th and early 20th century corsets as well as linings.
• 100% Cotton 57 in. wide.