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| + | [[File:MFA 20131609 plisse.jpg|thumb|Plisse ensemble<br>MFA# 2013.1609]] | ||
== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | A fabric that has been treated to form puckers or crinkles. Plissé is generally made from [[cotton]] that is treated with caustic solutions to shrink a portion of the cloth. The pattern is often formed in lengthwise patterns to form a seersucker like effect. The puckering is permanent until the fabric is ironed. Plissé can also be made with other fabrics, such as [[Rayon fiber|Rayon]] and [[acetate fiber|Acetate]]. | + | A fabric that has been treated to form puckers or crinkles. Plissé is generally made from [[cotton]] that is treated with caustic solutions to shrink a portion of the cloth. The pattern is often formed in lengthwise patterns to form a seersucker like effect. The puckering is permanent until the fabric is ironed. Plissé can also be made with other fabrics, such as [[polyester]], [[Rayon fiber|Rayon]] and [[acetate fiber|Acetate]]. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Latest revision as of 15:07, 20 October 2020
Description
A fabric that has been treated to form puckers or crinkles. Plissé is generally made from Cotton that is treated with caustic solutions to shrink a portion of the cloth. The pattern is often formed in lengthwise patterns to form a seersucker like effect. The puckering is permanent until the fabric is ironed. Plissé can also be made with other fabrics, such as Polyester, Rayon and Acetate.
Synonyms and Related Terms
plisse; crinkle crepe; plissé crepe