voluminous material
[/vəˈluːmɪnəs məˈtɪriəl/]
noun phrasepl: voluminous materials
material volumoso
1. Fabric or textile that is thick, bulky, and takes up considerable space; material with great volume or bulk
The designer chose voluminous material for the ball gown to create an impressive silhouette.
A estilista escolheu material volumoso para o vestido de festa para criar uma silhueta impressionante.
2. Any substance or matter that occupies large amounts of space relative to its weight
Cotton batting is a voluminous material often used in quilting and insulation.
O algodão cardado é um material volumoso frequentemente usado em colchas e isolamento.
3. In fashion, textiles that are loose-fitting and create fullness or volume in garments
She preferred voluminous material that allowed free movement and comfort.
Ela preferia material volumoso que permitisse liberdade de movimento e conforto.
In Brazilian fashion and textile industries, 'material volumoso' is commonly used when discussing summer collections with lightweight but voluminous fabrics like linen and cotton. In the USA, this term is frequently used in fashion design, interior decoration, and costume design contexts. The preference for voluminous materials varies seasonally and by region—lighter voluminous fabrics are preferred in tropical climates like Brazil, while heavier ones are common in cooler regions.
NYC Slang
puffy material / chunky fabric
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