"Elastic hem" refers to a stretchable and flexible portion at the bottom of a garment, often made with elastic material. This helps the clothing to fit snugly and comfortably around the waist, wrists, or ankles. Full definition
Durable cotton canvas is cut in a straight leg fit with elastic hems + a low - rise drawstring waistband. (shopstyle.com)
A printed muslin fitted crib sheet with a cinched elastic hem. (shoppinkblush.com)
Underneath she is wearing soft white cotton bloomers with ruffled elastic hem, and she is wearing coordinating pink polka - dotted booties with green rick rac trim. (blueberryforest.com)