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Sunray Pleat
Graduated pleats that are wider at the bottom and taper towards the top, creating a sunburst effect, often seen in long skirts and dresses.
Inverted Box Pleat
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.
Organdy Pleat
A type of pleat often seen in organdy or other stiff fabrics, used to create volume and a structured silhouette in dresses and skirts.
Goblet Pleat
A detailed, cup-shaped pleat that is pinched at the bottom, giving a goblet-like appearance, typically used in window draperies.
Pinch Pleat
A decorative pleat, with fabric pinched at intervals, creating a tailored look often used in curtains and women's clothing.
Pleated Ruffle
Pleats added to the edge of a piece of fabric to create a ruffled effect, used to add decorative detail to clothing and accessories.
Knife Pleat
Sharp, flat pleats that are folded in one direction, typically used in cheerleading skirts and tartan kilts.
Box Pleat
A wide, flat pleat with edges that meet underneath, giving a boxy shape, commonly found in skirts and school uniforms.
Fortuny Pleat
A technique developed by Mariano Fortuny creating very fine, crisp pleats, used in the iconic Fortuny gown and considered timeless.
Crystal Pleat
Tiny pleats that create a crystalline effect, often used in lightweight, sheer fabrics and seen in blouses and evening wear.
Kick Pleat
A single, deep pleat positioned at the bottom of a straight skirt or dress to provide more freedom of movement.
Cartridge Pleat
A series of small, rounded pleats used to gather a lot of fabric into a small waistband or cuff, found in historical garments.
Watteau Pleat
Pleats that fall from the shoulders or back, often incorporated into gowns and dresses to create a graceful, flowing back drapery.
Accordion Pleat
Sharp, narrow folds that resemble the bellows of an accordion, often used in skirts and dresses for a lightweight, flowing appearance.
Knife Pleat
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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