Silky fabrics are a type of fabric that is lightweight and has a smooth, glossy texture. ORGANZA, ninon, RAYON, moire, and shantung are all examples of silky fabrics. ORGANZA is a sheer, crisp fabric made from silk or synthetic fibers. Ninon is a lightweight, sheer fabric made from silk or RAYON. RAYON is a synthetic fiber made from cellulose and is often used to make silky fabrics. Moire is a fabric with a wavy, watermark-like pattern created by pressing the fabric between two rollers. Shantung is a heavy, textured silk fabric with a slightly nubby surface.