postpressCollélike

postpressCollélike is a term that describes a specific aesthetic or technique within the broader field of post-press processes, particularly in the context of bookbinding or print finishing. The name itself suggests a combination of "post-press" (the stages after printing, such as cutting, folding, and binding) and "collé" (French for "glued"), with "like" indicating a resemblance or emulation.

In practice, postpressCollélike refers to the visual and structural characteristics of a binding that appears to be achieved through a gluing process, even if the actual method might differ or incorporate other binding elements. This could involve the appearance of the spine, where the pages are adhered together, or the way the cover is attached to the text block. The "collélike" aspect often implies a clean, unsewn spine where pages are fused, commonly seen in perfect binding or adhesive binding.

The aesthetic can also extend to the overall impression of the finished product, suggesting a certain robustness and a seamless integration of the printed sheets. While the term isn't a formally recognized industry standard, it serves as a descriptive shorthand among designers, printers, and bookbinders to communicate a desired visual outcome. It might be used to differentiate from other binding styles like saddle-stitching or sewn binding, highlighting the glued appearance as a key feature. The emphasis is on the visual cue of adhesive binding.