Apparel Glossary of Terms

A guide to the terminology used in the description of various apparel.
Written By,
Nurul Amin Jibon
IE Executive (Mohammadi Group)
B.Sc In Textile Engineer

Primeasia University. Batch: 091

1x1 Rib Also 2x2 rib knit trim. The width of each rib is the same as the width between each rib. This helps the garment retain its elasticity.

2-Way Zipper A zipper with two zipper pulls so that it can be unzipped from either direction.

All-Weather Microfiber 100% Polyester Microfiber with waterproof coating and fully taped seams. 100% waterproof.

Anti-Pill A treatment applied to garments primarily to resist the formation of little balls on the fabric’s surface due to abrasion during wear.

Appliqué Decoration or trimming cut from one fabric piece and stitched to another to add dimension.

Argyle Typically a diamond pattern woven into a garment.

Baby Pique Very small pique knit. See Pique Knit.

Back Pleats Tiny folds in the material on the back of a garment that allow for more room and comfort.

Back Yoke A piece of fabric that connects the back of a garment to the shoulders. This allows the
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