fabric repair
[ˈfæbrɪk rɪˈpɛr]
nounpl: fabric repairs
reparo de tecido
1. The process of mending, patching, or restoring damaged cloth or textile material
The tailor specializes in fabric repair for vintage clothing.
O alfaiate se especializa em reparo de tecido para roupas vintage.
2. The restoration of torn, worn, or damaged areas in garments, upholstery, or other fabric items
Professional fabric repair can extend the life of your favorite jacket.
O reparo profissional de tecido pode prolongar a vida de sua jaqueta favorita.
In Brazil, fabric repair services are traditionally valued as part of sustainable consumption practices. Small tailoring shops and seamstresses ('costureiras') remain common in neighborhoods, reflecting a cultural emphasis on garment longevity. In the USA, fabric repair has recently gained cultural significance as part of the 'slow fashion' and sustainability movements, though traditional tailoring services have declined compared to Brazil.
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