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What is "Overskirt" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 27-Apr-2024 (3 months ago)
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Overskirt
A skirt worn over another skirt.

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Crease Resistant Finish

Also referred to as CRF. Finishes used on fabrics that make them resistant to wrinkling and creasing, such as synthetic resin type finishes like durable press. Today some fabrics are made highly...

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Interlock

A special type of eight-lock knit cloth. The stitch variation of the rib stitch, which generally resembles a double 1 x 1 ribbed fabric that is interknitted with crossed sinker wales. Plain (double...

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Breathable coated

Refers to a coating that repels water but allows water vapor (thus perspiration) to pass through, allowing garments to be comfortable and waterproof. Used in garments for active wear and winter...

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Beam dye

A batchwise dyeing process used for dyeing pile fabrics or those with very high elastane content. Fabrics are rolled onto perforated beams like giant toilet rolls and dye liquor is forced through....

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Huckaback in Textiles: The Ultimate Blend of Function and Style

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Natural Fibers: Weaving Sustainability into Modern Textiles

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Barre

An imperfection, characterized by a ridge or mark running in the crosswise or lengthwise directions of the fabric. Barr?s can be caused by tension variations in the knitting process, poor quality...

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Cloth

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