Ruffle (sewing)

In sewing and dressmaking, a ruffle, frill, or furbelow is a strip of fabric, lace or ribbon tightly gathered or pleated on one edge and applied to a garment, bedding, or other textile as a form of trimming.

[3] A wavy effect is achieved without gathers or pleats by cutting a curved (or even circular) strip of fabric and applying the inner or shorter edge to the garment.

A godet is a circle wedge that can be inserted into a flounce to further deepen the outer floating wave without adding additional bulk at the point of attachment to the body of the garment, such as at the hemline, collar or sleeve.

High-end designers and fast-fashion labels alike produce chic items with ruffled details, highlighting their popularity in contemporary fashion.

As a result, ruffles have become synonymous with elegance and celebration, allowing wearers to express their personal style while embracing this classic design element.