A durable fabric woven with a supplementary warp yarn that pulls the surface into a raised, textured pattern. The resulting texture typically forms parallel cords (wales), waffle weaves, or honeycomb designs. It is highly breathable and holds starch well, making it a staple for polo shirts, formal shirt fronts, and summer dresses.
Heard on the job
The client wants a classic white tie look, so we need a crisp cotton piqué for the waistcoat and shirt bib.
Also heard as
- marcella
Do not mix it up with
- Dimity: Dimity is a sheer, lightweight fabric with woven stripes, whereas piqué is opaque and heavily textured.