(pronounce roosh) Fabric gathered and sewn into a seam shorter than the length of the fabric. Often used for trim but also used to create draping and texture within the body of the garment. examples

A type of detailing characterized by gathered or pleated material with stitching accents

Gathered, especially parallel edges.

Fabric can be ruched (gathered) to achieve a more elegant effect. Mostly used in welts or in the face of decorative pillows.

Ruched refers to the process in which a fabric is gathered to achieve a more elegant effect. Ruching is mostly used in welts or in the face of decorative pillows.