ruched
Fabric drawn together
Ruched describes fabric that has been gathered into soft, decorative folds or pleats.
The technique creates texture and dimension in clothing and upholstery: a ruched bodice, ruched curtains, The dress featured ruched detailing at the waist.
The gathering may be functional—allowing stretch or adjustability—or purely ornamental.
Gathered by parallel stitching
- pleatedHaving pressed folds
- tuckedFolded or pushed in
- gatheredBrought into one place
- smockedGathered with ornamental stitching
cinched · puckered · bunched · elasticized · draped · pinched · scrunched · ruffled
Delicate transparent textile
- silkFine woven insect fiber
- satinGlossy-surfaced woven cloth
- jerseyKnitted pullover garment
- organzaSheer, crisp dress fabric
tulle · velvet · taffeta · charmeuse · georgette · crepe · mesh · voile
Gracefully refined, tasteful
- sophisticatedWorldly and cultured
- romanticConducive to love
- femininePertaining to women
- luxuriousMarked by costly elegance
textured · dimensional · sculptural · flowing · soft · sensuous · ornate · delicate
Hanging fabric window covers
- pillowsCushioned head supports
- lampshadesCoverings that soften illumination
- valanceOrnamental window heading
- beddingMaterials covering a mattress
upholstery · slipcovers · duvet · cushions · headboard · ottoman · drapery · swags
Custom high-fashion design
- runwayPaved path for planes
- designerOne who plans appearances
- silhouetteFilled-in outline shape
- bodyconTight garment showcasing silhouette
evening · bridal · cocktail · fitted · figure-hugging · flattering · slimming · draping
shirred
Gathered by parallel stitching
smocked · cinched · puckered · bunched · elasticized · draped · pinched · scrunched · ruffled · folded
chiffon
Delicate transparent textile
organza · tulle · velvet · taffeta · charmeuse · georgette · crepe · mesh · voile · lycra
elegant
Gracefully refined, tasteful
- sophisticatedWorldly and cultured
- romanticConducive to love
- femininePertaining to women
luxurious · textured · dimensional · sculptural · flowing · soft · sensuous · ornate · delicate · refined
curtains
Hanging fabric window covers
- pillowsCushioned head supports
- lampshadesCoverings that soften illumination
- valanceOrnamental window heading
bedding · upholstery · slipcovers · duvet · cushions · headboard · ottoman · drapery · swags · tiebacks
couture
Custom high-fashion design
- runwayPaved path for planes
- designerOne who plans appearances
- silhouetteFilled-in outline shape
bodycon · evening · bridal · cocktail · fitted · figure-hugging · flattering · slimming · draping · detailing