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ATMA Apparel & Textile Merchandising Academy

Glossary

What is Yoke?

A shaped panel, usually at the shoulder or waist, that fits and supports the fabric gathered or seamed to it.

This term in other languages

Arabicقصة الكتف (يوك)
FrenchEmpiècement
TurkishYoka

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Naming the parts of a woven garment: collar, cuff, yoke, placket

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