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Sunray Pleat

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Graduated pleats that are wider at the bottom and taper towards the top, creating a sunburst effect, often seen in long skirts and dresses.

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Inverted Box Pleat

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Similar to the box pleat, but the folds face away from each other on the inside, making it appear inverted, used in skirts and draperies.

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Organdy Pleat

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A type of pleat often seen in organdy or other stiff fabrics, used to create volume and a structured silhouette in dresses and skirts.

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Goblet Pleat

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A detailed, cup-shaped pleat that is pinched at the bottom, giving a goblet-like appearance, typically used in window draperies.

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Pinch Pleat

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A decorative pleat, with fabric pinched at intervals, creating a tailored look often used in curtains and women's clothing.

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Pleated Ruffle

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Pleats added to the edge of a piece of fabric to create a ruffled effect, used to add decorative detail to clothing and accessories.

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Knife Pleat

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Sharp, flat pleats that are folded in one direction, typically used in cheerleading skirts and tartan kilts.

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Box Pleat

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A wide, flat pleat with edges that meet underneath, giving a boxy shape, commonly found in skirts and school uniforms.

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Fortuny Pleat

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A technique developed by Mariano Fortuny creating very fine, crisp pleats, used in the iconic Fortuny gown and considered timeless.

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Crystal Pleat

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Tiny pleats that create a crystalline effect, often used in lightweight, sheer fabrics and seen in blouses and evening wear.

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Kick Pleat

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A single, deep pleat positioned at the bottom of a straight skirt or dress to provide more freedom of movement.

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Cartridge Pleat

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A series of small, rounded pleats used to gather a lot of fabric into a small waistband or cuff, found in historical garments.

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Watteau Pleat

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Pleats that fall from the shoulders or back, often incorporated into gowns and dresses to create a graceful, flowing back drapery.

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Accordion Pleat

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Sharp, narrow folds that resemble the bellows of an accordion, often used in skirts and dresses for a lightweight, flowing appearance.

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Knife Pleat

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A simple, sharp pleat that is pressed in one direction, used in skirts and kilts as well as in home décor like curtains.

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