Alamode
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Alamode (Allamod[1]) was a thin, soft, fine, and lustrous silk material. It was one of England's local silk varieties. However, it was recognized as ''Alamode'' in the early 17th century before it was famous for its use in scarves.[2][3][4][5]
Weave
[edit | edit source]It was a plain weave fabric.
Use
[edit | edit source]The use of Alamode extended up to the 18th century, and it was majorly used in scarves and hoods. In addition, it was used for jackets and also as a mourning cloth.[1][5]
See also
[edit | edit source]- Alacha, a silk that was imitated in England after prohibiting imports from India.
References
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