Ruching

How it is used

Use for surface folds arranged for a visual effect, especially on fitted dresses and sleeves.

Example sentences

1. The ruching runs diagonally across the bodice and gathers at the side seam.

   The gathered fabric directs attention across the garment surface.

2. Reduce the ruching near the zip so the folds do not catch in the teeth.

   The decorative treatment must leave room for the closure to work.

Common collocations

• side ruching
• ruched bodice

Related terms

• gatherTo pull fabric into small, soft folds by sewing long stitches and drawing up the thread, so a wide piece fits into a shorter one.
• silhouetteThe overall outline or shape of a garment or outfit on the body, such as A-line, straight, fitted or oversized.

More terms: Sewing & Construction

• seam
• seam allowance
• stitch
• overlock
• pleat
• topstitching
• French seam
• flat-felled seam
• Hong Kong finish
• understitching
• staystitching
• pad stitching