Wrapstyle

Wrapstyle is a term used in design to describe techniques that exploit wrapping of material, content, or form to create continuity and adaptability. It is not tied to a single field but appears in fashion, graphic design, and user interface contexts.

In fashion, wrapstyle refers to garments that wrap around the body, typically crossing at the front and secured by ties, belts, or fasteners. Common examples include wrap dresses, wrap skirts, and kimono-inspired designs. The style offers adjustable fit, V-shaped necklines, and a flattering silhouette, and is used in both casual and formal wear.

In graphic design and UI, wrapstyle describes how content wraps within a container. Designers consider line breaks, wrap behavior, and alignment to maintain readability and visual rhythm. In web design, wrapstyle is related to properties and techniques for text and item wrapping, such as line wrapping, word breaks, and flexible layouts that reflow content on different screen sizes.

In software contexts, wrapstyle may be mentioned as a concept among layout systems; it is not an official CSS property, but is discussed in tutorials alongside flex-wrap and white-space controls.

As a cross-disciplinary concept, wrapstyle emphasizes adaptable wrapping as a design principle, balancing form and function across media.