ruche
Gathered fabric strip
A ruche is a pleated or gathered strip of fabric used as decorative trimming on clothing, curtains, or upholstery.
The gathered material creates a ruffled, textured effect that adds dimension and ornamentation.
As a verb, to ruche means to gather or pleat fabric in this manner.
The neckline was finished with delicate ruching.
The technique appears frequently in formal wear, lingerie, and home décor.
Sewn fabric fold
- gatherBring or come together
- frillSuperfluous adornment
- flounceOrnamental gathered fabric strip
- rufflePleated fabric edging
shirring · smocking · pintuck · fold · crimp · godet · gore · dart
Fine net fabric
- organzaSheer, crisp dress fabric
- chiffonDelicate transparent textile
- silkFine woven insect fiber
- gauzeOpen-weave medical fabric
voile · muslin · lace · georgette · crepe · satin · velvet · taffeta
pleat
Sewn fabric fold
ruffle · shirring · smocking · pintuck · fold · crimp · godet · gore · dart · ribbon
tulle
Fine net fabric
gauze · voile · muslin · lace · georgette · crepe · satin · velvet · taffeta · ribbon
couture
Custom high-fashion design
ensemble · silhouette · garment · apparel · drapery · neckline · bodice · gown · blouse · dress
hive
Bee dwelling structure
comb · swarm · skep · straw · dome · basket · shelter · enclosure · beekeeping