shirring

noun

shirr·ing | \ ˈshər-iŋ

Definition of shirring

: a decorative gathering (as of cloth) made by drawing up the material along two or more parallel lines of stitching

Recent Examples on the Web

The menswear effect is softened with a bit of drapery, like a twist at the neck or shirring at the hips. — Sharon Graubard, courant.com, "Fashion report: Cool classics for fall," 15 Aug. 2019 That elastic shirring method that took over our babydoll dresses and itty bitty tie-dye shirts has returned with a vengeance this year after a brief introduction last summer. — refinery29.com, "This Summer '18 Trend Is Calling All Baby Tee Devotees," 15 May 2018

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