Pressing is one of the most important operations in garment manufacturing. It is the process of applying heat, moisture, and pressure to fabric and garment components to shape, flatten, or finish them. Pressing is different from ironing because ironing mainly removes wrinkles by moving the iron over the fabric, while pressing involves lifting and placing the iron on the fabric with controlled pressure to achieve the desired shape and finish. Proper pressing improves the appearance, fit, and quality of garments and contributes significantly to customer satisfaction. The primary function of pressing is to give garments a neat, attractive, and professional appearance. During garment construction, fabric pieces are stitched together, creating seams, darts, pleats, and folds. Pressing helps flatten these seams and ensures that they lie smoothly against the fabric. This enhances the overall appearance of the garment and prevents bulky or uneven surfaces. Another important function of pressing is shaping the garment. Heat and steam make the fibers flexible, allowing the fabric to be molded into the required shape. This is especially useful in tailoring, where collars, lapels, sleeves, waistlines, and shoulder areas require careful shaping to provide a perfect fit. Proper pressing helps garments maintain their intended structure and silhouette. Pressing also improves the accuracy of garment construction. During sewing, each seam is