Unraveling the Threads: An In-depth Study of Plackets in TextilesIn the world of fashion and textiles, a "placket" is a term that refers to an opening or slit in a garment, usually made for the...
A band (q.v.) that runs with clearly defined edges and that differs in appearance from the adjacent normal fabric. (It may be shady and may or may not run parallel with the picks). Bar is a general...
Bell bottoms are trousers that become more wide from the knees downwards.
It is believed that bell-bottom pants were introduced in 1817 to sailors working on deck. The flare at the end of the pant...
Generic term for any synthetic fiber finer than silk. Fabrics made with micro fibers are soft, lightweight, breathable and durable. Currently popular in outdoor activewear. Fibers made using...
Ready-to-wear (RTW) is a term used in the textile and fashion industry to refer to clothing that is mass-produced and sold in standardized sizes. This type of clothing is designed to be worn straight...