Pintuck fabric is a small and narrow fold of fabric which are stitched
together to create the appearance of a line or stripe. It is usually on on
the right side of the face fabric. These are arranged in a series of
parallel lines. The tiny tuck in the fabric also forms a raised ridge. It gives a decorative look to garments. Some blouses are made with pin tucking on the bodice to give it a more tailored look.
Characteristics of Pintuck Fabric
- It has a tailored look.
- It has a decorative look.
- It is arranged in series.
Pintuck fabric is used for decorating girls' and women's blouses and dresses and it is also used as a defining feature in the men's guayabera shirt.
