hiddenplacket

Hidden placket refers to a garment placket designed to conceal the fastening elements, typically buttons or a zipper, under an extra layer of fabric to create a smooth, uninterrupted front. It is commonly used to achieve a formal or minimalist look on shirts, blouses, dresses, and some outerwear.

There are two common forms. A concealed button placket uses a narrow fabric strip on the outside that hides the buttonholes, while a separate inner panel or flap conceals the buttons when the garment is closed. The placket is reinforced with interfacing and finished with precise stitching to maintain alignment and stiffness. A concealed zipper placket hides the zipper behind a fabric facing or flap, yielding a clean front and reducing visible hardware.

Construction details vary by method. For button-based hidden plackets, careful cutting and interfacing help the flap lie flat and cover the buttons without gaping. For zipper-based variants, the zipper is set within a facing or seam allowances that act as a cover, with topstitching or edge finishing completing the look. Precision in cutting, sewing order, and pressing is important to prevent bulging or misalignment.

Applications and advantages. Hidden plackets are favored in formal shirts, blouses, and dresses where a sleek appearance matters. They offer a clean front and can reduce snags. Limitations include greater construction difficulty, potential difficulty in alterations, and a higher risk of misalignment if not sewn carefully.

See also: placket, concealed placket, French placket.