bishop sleeves
Wide gathered cuffs
Bishop sleeves are full, flowing sleeves that billow from shoulder to wrist, gathered into a fitted cuff.
The shape recalls the voluminous vestments worn by bishops.
The style appears in blouses, dresses, and wedding gowns, adding romantic or dramatic volume to the arm: a silk blouse with bishop sleeves.
- puffsBrief expulsions of air
- tailoringCustom clothing adjustment
- silhouetteFilled-in outline shape
- shirringGathered fabric technique
- bodiceFitted upper garment
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