a fine, rather stiff fabric of silk, nylon, acetate, etc., with a sheen
adjective
like or made of taffeta
See taffeta in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(tăfˈĭ-tə)
noun
A crisp, smooth, plain-woven fabric with a slight sheen, made of various fibers, such as silk, rayon, or nylon, and used especially for women's garments.