box-pleat
Noun: A "box-pleat" is a type of pleat in fabric, formed by folding the cloth back on itself in two opposite directions, creating a flat, rectangular panel on the outside of the garment. It is commonly used in skirts, shirts, and curtains to add fullness and structure.
- (A specific pleat that creates a flat panel.)
- (A pleat folded in opposite directions.)
"Double box-pleat": Two box-pleats placed side by side, often used in men's shirts or formal wear.
- The shirt had a double box-pleat on the back for extra room. (Two pleats providing more fabric allowance.)
"Inverted box-pleat": A variation where the pleat is folded inward so the fabric lies flat on the outside, with the folds hidden.
- The curtain had an inverted box-pleat, making it appear smooth from the front. (A pleat with inward folds.)
Pleat (n): a fold in fabric, typically held in place by stitching.
- The dress had many small pleats around the waist. (A general term for fabric folds.)
Box-pleated (adj): describing a garment or item that features a box-pleat.
- She wore a box-pleated skirt to the formal event. (A skirt with box-pleats.)
Knife pleat: a similar but narrower pleat, all folded in the same direction.
- Unlike a box-pleat, a knife pleat is pressed to one side. (A different type of pleat.)
Accordion pleat: a series of narrow, parallel pleats that resemble an accordion's folds.
- The accordion pleat is more flexible than a box-pleat. (A contrasting pleat style.)
- "Pleat and tuck": a phrase used in tailoring to describe the process of making folds and adjustments.
- The tailor used a pleat and tuck technique to fit the jacket perfectly. (A method involving pleats and sewing adjustments.)