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Pleats
Fabric folded and pressed into crisp repeating folds.
Panelling
Visible seams dividing the garment into shaped panels, often contrast-piped.
Rivets
Metal studs fastening or decorating panels.
Zip front
Opens with a centre-front zipper.
Boning
Stiff vertical channels sewn into a bodice to hold its shape.