noun
- Plural of batiste; a fine, lightweight fabric of cotton, linen, or wool, typically plain-woven and smooth.
Usage: Commonly used in textiles and fashion contexts.; Often refers to the fabric itself or garments made from it.
Examples
- The designer chose delicate batistes for the summer collection.
- Batistes are popular for making lightweight dresses and blouses.
- She purchased several yards of white batistes at the fabric store.
- The batistes felt soft and cool against her skin.
- Vintage batistes from the 1950s are highly sought by collectors.