Fabric Sheer is a type of lightweight, transparent fabric that is often used in clothing and home decor. ORGANZA is a sheer, crisp fabric made from silk or synthetic fibers, usually with a slight sheen. Toile is a lightweight cotton fabric with a small, repeating pattern. Ninon is a lightweight, sheer fabric made from silk or rayon. All three fabrics are commonly used to create sheer, lightweight garments and home decor items.