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[James Kyllo]

albatross cloth:

"A soft lightweight wool or wool blend fabric in a plain weave with a
napped fleecy surface that resembles in texture the breast of the
albatross. It is usually light-colored and is used in negligees
infants' wear etc."

http://textile.texworld.com/informationcenter/texdefinitions/TexGlossary_Airplane%20fabric-Alpaca%20fabric.html


On 5/24/07, Jasper <jasper.fidget at gmail.com> wrote:
> albatross cloth
> Evidently a distinct color/design for a wedding or wedding party dress
> in the West at the time. I have no OED at the moment, but there are at
> least two online "diaries" or descriptions using the phrase. Here is
> one: "We were married August 6, 1896 at 7:30 AM at my folk's residence
> among friends and relatives. To honor the event, my folks had our parlor
> decorated with many flowers including roses, myrtle and geraniums. I
> wore an elegant gown of white silk and albatross cloth."
> *wiki*
>
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