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The Anatomy of Draped Garments
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Yoke
A horizontal panel of fabric, typically at the shoulders or waist, to which other parts of the garment are attached.
Waistband
A strip of fabric encircling the waist, serving the purpose of fit and sometimes a decorative element.
Facing
A piece of fabric on the inside of the garment that provides a finished look and structure to edges.
Godet
A triangular insert that adds fullness to a garment, usually found at the hemline or sleeve.
Collar
A band of fabric around the neckline, which can affect the garment's framing of the face and neck.
Grainline
Indicates the direction of the fabric's threads, which affects how it drapes on the body.
Neckline
The opening at the top of a garment that frames the neck and can have an impact on the drape.
Pleat
A fold in the fabric that allows for fullness and volume, can add dramatic effect in draped garments.
Hem
The finished edge of a garment, typically at the bottom, that affects the weight and hang of the garment.
Bias
The diagonal direction of fabric that offers greater stretch and can cause a garment to drape more fluidly.
Cuff
A fold or band at the end of a sleeve or pant leg that helps maintain the garment's shape.
Dart
A folded and stitched wedge used to shape the fabric around curves of the body.
Gore
A vertical panel of fabric that is narrower at the top and wider at the bottom, used to give shape and fullness.
Sleeve cap
The top part of the sleeve that is curved to fit around the shoulder.
Armhole or Armscye
The opening in a garment through which the wearer's arm passes and where the sleeve is often set in.
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