accordion pleats


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accordion pleats

pl n
(Clothing & Fashion) tiny knife pleats
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Mirren, 73, wore layers of tulle and accordion pleats by Schiaparelli, in various shades of the pink spectrum, including the house's signature color, 'shocking pink.'
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Tailored vests were presented over flowing accordion pleats and enough velvet to make even summer devotees look forward to winter.
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The mermaid-silhouette skirt featured the same lavish beading and tiers of accordion pleats which climaxed in an accordion-pleated train.
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