often capitalized, often attributive
1
: a fabric of intricate variegated weave or pattern
2
a
: the control mechanism of a Jacquard loom
b
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Mid-casts, retro hues and clean wash-downs are key, while fabrics span structured rigid fabrications, loose, fluid Tencel blends, and jacquards with retro prints and plaids.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 Oct. 2024
On the red carpet, Scherzinger first wore a strapless Dolce & Gabbana jacquard gown with a flared mermaid skirt.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
The menswear offering includes a hybrid windbreaker sweater that is lightweight, water-repellent and windproof, 100 percent merino and cashmere sweaters and a knitted polo in a relaxed fit in either solids or a tartan check jacquard.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 25 Oct. 2024
Despite its name, the collection presented an optimistic vision, featuring abstract designs of tulle and floral jacquard that gracefully floated down the runway.
—Stixx Mathews, Essence, 30 Sep. 2024
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 Oct. 2024
On the red carpet, Scherzinger first wore a strapless Dolce & Gabbana jacquard gown with a flared mermaid skirt.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2024
The menswear offering includes a hybrid windbreaker sweater that is lightweight, water-repellent and windproof, 100 percent merino and cashmere sweaters and a knitted polo in a relaxed fit in either solids or a tartan check jacquard.
—Jean E. Palmieri, WWD, 25 Oct. 2024
Despite its name, the collection presented an optimistic vision, featuring abstract designs of tulle and floral jacquard that gracefully floated down the runway.
—Stixx Mathews, Essence, 30 Sep. 2024
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“Jacquard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jacquard. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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