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inverted pleat

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inverted pleat
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(Clothing, Personal Arts & Crafts / Crafts) Dressmaking a box pleat reversed so that the fullness of the material is turned inwards
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Noun1.inverted pleat - a box pleat reversed so that the fullness is turned inward
pleat, plait - any of various types of fold formed by doubling fabric back upon itself and then pressing or stitching into shape


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A smartly knotted tie is one in which the knot is pulled high into the collar while arching out, giving it more life, There are several knotting methods: Flusser suggests the four-in-hand, which is illustrated in his book, If done correctly, the knot will form a dimple or inverted pleat, which enhances a tie's staying power.
 
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