In textiles, an atlas is a type of fabric that is characterized by its lustrous, shiny appearance and its tightly woven construction. It is typically made from a combination of silk and cotton or...
The longitudinal edges of a fabric that are formed during weaving with the weft not only turning at the edges but also passing continuously across the width of the fabric from edge.
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Selvedges...
A zoot suit is a man's suit with wide-legged, tight-cuffed, or "pegged," trousers; a long coat with wide lapels, and wide, padded shoulders. It was described by one young fan at the time as "a...
Toner, in the context of textiles, refers to a type of colorant or dye used to impart color to fabrics or fibers. It is a finely powdered substance composed of pigments, binders, and other additives,...
Curvature of the warp or weft.
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A fabric is said to be warp-bowed or weft-bowed, according to which set of threads is curved. Weft bow may or may not extend over the full width of the...