Woven fabric
Matelassé
A sculpted woven surface creates a quilted-looking pattern.
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Open the interactive guide ↗How it is made
Patterned weaving creates raised and recessed areas within the fabric. Contemporary matelassé bedding is commonly Jacquard-woven and may use a layered construction.
How to recognize it
Look for puffed geometric or floral relief that is woven into the cloth.
Common uses
- Coverlets
- Pillow shams
- Decorative cushions
What to distinguish
The quilted appearance does not necessarily mean that separate fabric layers have been stitched around batting.
Sources & further reading
Research checked 2026-09-27. Descriptions are original summaries; references support terminology and construction, not every product sold under a name.