Raglan sleeve
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A sleeve that extends in one piece to the neckline, joined to the body with diagonal seams running from underarm to collar instead of a set-in armhole seam.
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Barrel cuff
A single-layer shirt cuff fastened with one or two buttons, named for its cylindrical shape when closed around the wrist.
Cuff placket
A finished opening at the sleeve hem, faced or bound with a separate strip, that allows the cuff to open wide enough to fit over the hand.
French cuff
A doubled-back shirt cuff, folded over and fastened with cufflinks rather than a button, giving a dressier finish.
Gusset
A small diamond or triangular piece of fabric inserted at the underarm or crotch seam to add ease of movement and reduce stress on the seam.
Sleeve cap ease
The small amount of extra fullness built into a sleeve cap above the arm's actual circumference, eased in to create smooth shape over the shoulder.
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