Definitions
- Referring to a decorative cuff or sleeve on a garment. - Describing a frill or ruffle attached to the end of a sleeve or cuff. - Talking about a decorative band or trimming around the wrist area of a shirt or blouse.
- Describing a strip of material attached to a garment, creating a ruffled or wavy effect. - Referring to a decorative trim or ruffle on the edge of a skirt or dress. - Talking about a bouncy or exaggerated movement while walking or dancing.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are decorative elements on clothing.
- 2Both can add movement and texture to an outfit.
- 3Both can be made of similar materials, such as lace or chiffon.
- 4Both can be used to create a feminine or romantic look.
- 5Both can be used on sleeves or hems of garments.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Manchettes are typically found on sleeves or cuffs, while flounces are usually located on the hemline of a skirt or dress.
- 2Shape: Manchettes are usually straight or slightly curved, while flounces are more wavy or ruffled in shape.
- 3Function: Manchettes are primarily decorative and do not add much movement to the garment, while flounces can create a bouncy or flowing effect when the wearer moves.
- 4Size: Manchettes are usually smaller and more subtle than flounces, which can be quite large and dramatic.
- 5Usage: Manchettes are less common and more formal than flounces, which are often used in casual or everyday wear.
Remember this!
Manchette and flounce are both decorative elements used in clothing design. However, manchettes are typically found on sleeves or cuffs and are smaller and more subtle, while flounces are usually located on the hemline of a skirt or dress, larger and more dramatic, and can add movement and texture to an outfit.
