French seams
Self-finishing seam type
A French seam is a sewing technique that encloses raw fabric edges within the seam itself, hiding them from view.
The fabric is first sewn wrong sides together, then folded and sewn again right sides together, trapping the raw edge inside.
French seams create a clean finish on both sides of the garment, making them ideal for sheer fabrics and unlined pieces: The blouse called for French seams throughout.
Act of hiding something
- neatnessState of being tidy
- precisionAccuracy of measurement
- clean finishNeat, complete ending
- interiorInside area or region
reversible · lining · fold · encase · polished · professional · tidy · refined
Custom luxury dressmaking
- eleganceRefined, graceful quality
- bespokeMade to individual specifications
- atelierCreative professional's workspace
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
gown · silk · draping · chic · runway · sartorial · designer · fashion
Adding support or encouragement
- longevityDuration of existence
- strengthPower to exert force
- resilienceCapacity to recover quickly
- robustnessResistance to failure
endurance · sturdiness · washability · sturdy · lasting · secure · children's clothing · workwear
concealment
Act of hiding something
- neatnessState of being tidy
- precisionAccuracy of measurement
- clean finishNeat, complete ending
interior · reversible · lining · fold · encase · polished · professional · tidy · refined · inside-out
haute couture
Custom luxury dressmaking
- eleganceRefined, graceful quality
- bespokeMade to individual specifications
- atelierCreative professional's workspace
luxury · gown · silk · draping · chic · runway · sartorial · designer · fashion · lingerie
reinforcement
Adding support or encouragement
- longevityDuration of existence
- strengthPower to exert force
- resilienceCapacity to recover quickly
robustness · endurance · sturdiness · washability · sturdy · lasting · secure · children's clothing · workwear · bedding