Garment & Textile · Construction
Dart
Stitched wedge of fabric taken out to shape flat cloth to the body curves.
Origin
Global
Era
Modern
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Industrialist View
Bust, waist, shoulder, shoulder-blade, neckline, hip darts. Single-point or fisheye (double-point).
Tailor & Garment-Worker View
Stitch from wide end to point; tie threads or back-tack at point to prevent pucker.
Construction & Use
Classic woven bodice has 4 bust darts + 4 waist darts.