Stiff fabric is a type of material that is often used in clothing and other items. Buckram, which is seven letters long, is a stiff cotton fabric that is often used to make hats and book covers. PIQUE, which is five letters long, is a tightly woven fabric with a raised pattern. Crinoline, which is nine letters long, is a stiff fabric made from horsehair or cotton that is often used to make skirts and dresses. TAFFETA, which is seven letters long, is a crisp, smooth fabric that is often used for evening gowns and wedding dresses. Tarlatan, which is eight letters long, is a sheer, stiff fabric that is often used to make curtains and veils.