gesteppt

Gestept is a term used in German textile and fashion language to describe fabrics or garments that have been quilted or stitched in a way that creates a padded, stepped pattern. The result is a fabric with visible stitching lines that form channels or motifs, often providing insulation and a characteristic textured appearance. In everyday usage, gesteppte describes items such as jackets, coats, vests, blankets, and bedding.

The technique behind gestepppt involves stitching through three layers—outer fabric, padding, and lining—using a quilting stitch (often referred to as a Steppstich). The stitching lines run in parallel or in geometric patterns (such as diamonds or grids), which keeps the padding evenly distributed and gives the material its distinctive structured look. The degree of padding can vary, producing lightweight or more substantial, winter-appropriate textiles.

Usage and variants: In product descriptions, gesteppte clothing is marketed as lightweight to mid-weight and weather-resistant, combining warmth with a flexible, drapable feel. The term can be applied to both fashion items and home textiles, including gesteppte Decken (quilted blankets) and gesteppte Jackets. In contrast to non-quilted fabrics, gestepppt surfaces emphasize texture, structure, and insulation through stitched channels.

See also: Steppstich, quilting, quilted fabric, diamond quilting.