LINEN: polyester vs satin

helenarae

are most linens used for weddings polyester or satin?? does it matter?? I am comparing renting to buying...

thanks ladies!!!

danieliza1127

Not satin in my experience.

nataliem.22

I peronsally like the look and feel of satin better, but haven't seen it used at many weddings. Polyester is the bigger choice among weddings as far as I know.

If you dont have a preference I wouldn't worry about what is the norm...I would choose the cheaper option if they both look the same to you and again there is no preference for one or the other.

Lasairiona

Satin is polyester. That said, most linens are either cotton or polyester.

Renting is the better option. If you purchase them, you'll have to find a home for them afterwards, which is not an issue with renting. Check your local board for price quotes from various companies in your area.

kkpantzlaff

High five to Lasairiona for knowing that satin is a weave, not a fiber content (ahh, textile science...hopefully my students listen when I teach that section...)

That being said, I went to a wedding with satin seat covers and table cloths--It was so uncomfortably hot and sweaty.  Those things did not breathe at all! 
I would reccommend sitting at a table with one draped over it to see if is too hot.  Your guests will thank you. 

Da0419

Haha, what a bunch of dorks, and I mean that in the most loving of ways.  I went to fashion school, and I always get mad when people ask me "polyester or satin" because, like pps have said, it can be both because one's a fiber and one's a weave.  That being said, most basic linens are some sort or plain weave, which is more matte in finish.  If you're looking for a luster, which satin will provide, more than likely it's going to cost you extra.