knife pleats
Sharp garment creases
Knife pleats are sharp, narrow folds in fabric that all face the same direction, like blades lined up in a row.
They create a crisp, structured look common in skirts, kilts, and school uniforms: The cheerleader's skirt had knife pleats that fanned out when she spun.
Distinguished from box pleats, which fold inward from both sides.
Bellows-driven reed instrument
- foldsBends upon itself
- creaseLine from folding
- tucksStitched fabric folds
- stitchingJoining with needle, thread
pressing · ironing · steam · precision · uniform · parallel · sharp · crisp
Woven or knit material
- silkFine woven insect fiber
- chiffonDelicate transparent textile
- georgetteSheer, crinkled dress fabric
- polyesterSynthetic petroleum-based fabric
wool · cotton · plisse · taffeta · crepe · linen · organza · satin
Waist-hung lower garment
- kiltWrapped Highland garment
- dressSkirted one-piece garment
- blouseLoose-fitting upper garment
- trousersBifurcated lower-body garment
culottes · cheerleading · school uniform · tennis skirt · midi · maxi · A-line · wrap
accordion
Bellows-driven reed instrument
stitching · pressing · ironing · steam · precision · uniform · parallel · sharp · crisp · structured
fabric
Woven or knit material
polyester · wool · cotton · plisse · taffeta · crepe · linen · organza · satin · lightweight
skirt
Waist-hung lower garment
trousers · culottes · cheerleading · school uniform · tennis skirt · midi · maxi · A-line · wrap · panel