tiered skirt
Stacked fabric layers
A tiered skirt is constructed from horizontal bands of fabric stacked one above another, each tier gathered or pleated where it attaches to the one above.
The effect creates volume and movement, with fullness increasing toward the hem.
Tiered skirts range from casual cotton sundresses to elaborate formal gowns: She wore a tiered skirt that swished when she walked.
- ruffledDisturbed or trimmed ornamentally
- layeredHaving multiple levels
- flounceOrnamental gathered fabric strip
- petticoatUndergarment beneath skirts
- frillSuperfluous adornment
gathered · swish · twirl · flamenco · square dance · peasant · gypsy · folk costume · bohemian · boho chic · cascade · feminine · flowing · hem · cotton · lace · elastic · waistband
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