9/1/2009 KUMAR ARADHYA GLOSSARY OF FASHION TERMS Kumar_aradhya23@yahoo.

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Glossary of Fashion Terms A-Line Dress - Form-fitting bodice that flares out from the waistline to a full skirt. A-Line Skirt/Fit and Flare Skirt A skirt that is fitted at the waist and flares out in an A-line or tulip shape at the hem. Appliqu Stitching in which a design is created by sewing pieces of fabric (or other materials) together onto a fabric background. Baby Doll - A short nightgown whose hem terminates just bel ow the hip. A baby doll is longer than a crop top, but shorter than a chemise Ba ck Drape A length of material attached either at the shoulder or the waist that flows over the back to floor length. In some cases, it s removable. Back Yoke A fitt ed or shaped piece at the top of a skirt or at the shoulder of various garments. Ballerina Flat or Ballet Flat A flat shoe with a thin, skid-proof sole, often w ith a drawstring or elastic top line. Ballerina Neckline A low neckline that is often paired with strapless or spaghetti-strapped dresses. Bandeau/Tube Top A ba nd-shaped bodice. Basque Waist/V-Waist A dropped waist that starts at, or just b elow, the natural waistline, and dips in the center creating a "V" shape. Bateau Neck/Boat Neck A high, wide, straight neckline that runs straight across the fr ont and back, meeting at the shoulders; it has the same depth in the front and b ack. Bell Sleeve Long sleeve that flares at the bottom like a bell. Besom Pocket A pocket trimmed with welting or reinforced stitching without a flap. Bias Cut Cut diagonally across the grain of a fabric. Used to create garments that follow the body curves closely. Bikini A brief, close-fitting two-piece bathing suit. Bikini Panty Panties with full coverage in the front and back with high-cut side s. 2|Page

Bodice The torso area of a woman s dress. Body Briefer A girdle/bra that extends fro m shoulder straps to the thighs. Bohemian A trend that connotes a free-spirited attitude toward fashion; with feminine details, including flounces, ties, ribbon s, ruffles and embroidery. Also called poetic trend, romance trend and folklore style. Boning Used to give a garment support and body contouring. Once actually constructed of whale bone, today's boning is usually made of plastic strips slip ped into sheaths sewn into the garment. Boot-Cut Refers to trousers or jeans tha t are cut below the belly button and flare slightly from the knees to the ankles to accommodate any type of footwear. Boucle An uneven yarn made with threads of varying looseness for a luxurious, nubby texture. Box-Pleated Two folds of fabr ic brought together to form a pleat. Boy-Leg Shorts, undergarments, or swimwear that have a close fitting leg that reaches to the top of the thigh. Broomstick D ress A dress (or skirt) characterized by numerous pleats and crinkled material. Burnout Fabric with an alternating solid and sheer design, often in a floral or animal print. Bustier A sleeveless, strapless top or dress held in place by boni ng, elastic or stretch fabrics. It is designed to help shape and enhance the bus t line. Cabochon - Type of gem cut that is higher in the center, sloping toward the rim and smooth, rather than faceted. Camisole/Cami A fitted top with spaghet ti straps that can be worn alone or as a layering piece. Camp Pockets Pockets th at are sewn to the outside of the garment, usually squared off and characterized by seaming. Cap Sleeve A small, short sleeve that sits on the shoulder, either forming a stiff cap or falling on to the arm to provide minimal coverage. Capri first popularized on th Pants -Three-quarter length pants designed to hit mid-calf e 3|Page

Isle of Capri. Cardigan Jacket A usually collarless sweater or jacket that opens the full length of the center front. Cargo Style Pants or shorts with patch poc ket or bellows pocket with a flap (usually a button flap). Carpenter Pants/Short s Five-pocket pants characterized by a hammer loop a stretch of material connectin g the outside seam to the back pocket. Chanel Style Anything that is elegant, si mple and easy to wear. Little black dresses and suits. Multi-chain jewelry. Name d after Coco Chanel, the French couturire. Charmeuse A manmade, shiny, silk-like fabric. Check A variety of patterns, including gingham, tattersall, houndstooth , plaid and checkerboard. Chemise Usually a short nightgown hemmed below the hip but above the knee. Held up by thin spaghetti straps, the gown should fit snugl y at the bust and upper torso and fall loosely and flow flatterringly past the h ips. Chiffon A lightweight, plain-weave, sheer fabric made with very fine, tight ly twisted yarns. It is very strong, despite its filmy look. Clog A casual shoe on a wood base, usually closed toe with open back. Cloisonn A jewelry technique, featuring small areas of colored enamel separated by thin metal bands. Column S kirt/Straight Skirt Also referred to as a pencil skirt, this skirt is a straight line with no flare or fullness at the hem or waistline. Concealed Snap/Velcro/B utton Placket A slit in a garment where closures are hidden. Continental Heel Hi gh narrow heel that is straight in front and curved in back, with square corners at the base. Convertible Collar A rolled collar that can be worn open or closed . Sewn directly to the neckline. Cotton Poplin Medium weight durable textured fa bric made with cotton or cotton blends. Cotton/Spandex A blend of lightweight, b reathable fabric made with durable, stretchable, manmade fibers of polyurethane and natural cottons. 4|Page

Covered Heel A heel that is covered with leather or man-made materials that matc h the color and texture of the vamp. Cowl Neck A neckline featuring a piece of m aterial attached to a garment at the neck, which may be used as a hood or draped loosely in a swag from shoulder to shoulder at the front neckline or back. Crep e A fabric characterized by a crinkled, puckered surface or soft mossy finish. C omes in different weights and degrees of sheerness. Crepe de Chine Fine, lightwe ight silk fabric made with highly twisted yarns in the filling, yielding a sligh tly pebbly texture. Crew Neck A round neck with ribbed banding that fits close t o the base of the neck. Crinkle Cotton Cotton that is treated to give it a rich, pliss texture in the warp that requires no ironing. Crochet A technique for mak ing a garment or shoe with lacelike effect, involving a hook and yarn. Cropped P ants Pants cut to a length just above the ankles. Cropped Top/Jacket Hem is cut just above the waist. Cutwork Designs cut out of a fabric and embroidered with p url stitch. Decollette - When a garment is cut very low at the neckline, reveali ng shoulders, back and bosom. Demi Bra A half bra that leaves the top of the bus tline exposed; perfect worn with low-cut tops or dresses. Diamond Neck A diamond -shaped cutout that fastens at the front or back neckline. Dolman Sleeve Cut as an extension of the bodice, the dolman sleeve is designed without a socket for t he shoulder, creating a deep, wide armhole that reaches from the waist to a narr owed wrist. Also called a batwing sleeve. Double-Breasted A style of closure in which one edge of a garment overlaps another with a double row of buttons or oth er fasteners. Double-Tee Top - A layered look with one T-shirt over another, usu ally connected. 5|Page

Dupioni (also Douppioni or Doppione) - Fabric made from silk-like yarn, or silk yarn reeled from double cocoons. The yarn has uneven slubs, rather than smooth, giving a decorative texture to the fabric. Drape - The hang or fall of fabric wh en made into a garment. Draped Bodice - An extra piece of material is draped ove r the bustline. Dropped Shoulders - Characterized by the shoulder/sleeve seam fa lling off the shoulder. Dropped Waist/Low Waist - A waistline that is sewn below the body's natural waistline also called a low-slung waistline; intended to visua lly help lengthen the torso. Duster - A long, open summer coat, with or without a button closure. Empire - A style that is designed with a high waist to create a flattering sweep. Empire Bodice A bodice that ends just below the bust, someti mes gathered. Empire Seams Seams that are sewn directly below the bustline. Empi re Waist This waistline begins just below the bust. Envelope Hem A hemline open at the bottom with angular, overlapping flounces. Also applies to a shoe s top-line detail, ie: envelope vamp. Epaulette Any shoulder ornament, usually a button str ap; often seen with braiding or other trim. Eyelet A fabric punched with decorat ive holes embroidered with purl stitching. Faux - A French word meaning imitatio n or fake. Used most often in connection with gems, pearls, leathers, and furs. Fine-Gauge Knit A smooth sweater knit garment that has little or no texture. Fis htail Train Fitted around the hips and flares out from the knee to the hemline, longer in the back. Fitted Point Sleeve A long, narrow sleeve that tapers to a p oint that rests against the back of the hand. Fixed Underwire - With the look an d feel of a traditional underwire bra, the fixed underwire offers the most suppo rt and definition for full-busted women. Flare Pants - Pants that flare at the h em. Also called bell-bottoms. Flat-Front Pants - Straight pants, often seamless and pocketless. Fleece - Wool or synthetic fabric with an extremely soft napped finish. 6|Page

Floating Underwire - The floating underwire has a sleek appearance and easy fit while providing more support for average to full-busted women. Flood Pants Pants cut at, or just above, the ankle. Florentine Neck A wide, square-cut neckline e xtending to the shoulders. Form-Fitting/Slim-Fit - Straight from waist to ankle except for a slight curve around the hip. French Terry - A woven fabric, usually cotton, with loop pile on one or both sides. Gabardine - A sturdy, durable, lig htweight twill fabric of cotton, wool or rayon. Gathering A technique that creat es fullness by tightening threads in a row of stitching. Gaucho Wide-legged pant s or divided skirt reaching mid-calf. Georgette Characterized by its crispness, body and outstanding durability, georgette is a sheer fabric of silk or syntheti c material with a dull, slightly crinkled surface. Godet A triangular piece of f abric sewn in to a skirt or sleeve for extra fullness. Grommet An eyelet that is reinforced with metal or plastic; used as a durable closure or decoration. Gros Point de Venise High relief needlepoint lace. Guipure Lace Tape lace in large, dramatic patterns executed on coarse mesh. Halter Top - A sleeveless bodice with a high choke or wrap-neck that is usually backless. Handkerchief Style The hem of a blouse or skirt that is gently jagged to form flowing points. Hemstitching Decorative border in which some threads have been removed and some bundled to cr eate an evenly spaced openwork. High-Low Hem A hemline higher in the front or on one side for a dramatic flounce effect. Hip-Huggers Low-slung pants, skirt or b elt worn below the natural waist, creating the impression of a longer, leaner to rso. Hook-and-Eye Closure A 2-part fastening device consisting of a metal hook t hat catches over a bar or into a loop. 7|Page

Horseshoe Neck A deep scoop neck resembling the shape of a horseshoe. Inseam - The inside seam of a pant leg. Insole Inside of a shoe, usually covered by a sock lining. Instep The arched middle part of the foot between toes and an kle. Inverted Pleat Reversed box pleat with folds meeting at the top of the plea t. Jacquard - A raised design or pattern woven into a fabric as opposed to being pr inted on the fabric. Jewel Neck A high round neckline resting simply at the base of the neck. Jogger A 1-pc. swimsuit usually with a tank or maillot bodice, ful l-cut attached shorts, inner panty; hides tummy, hips, thighs; comfortable for s wim, sports. Kabuki-Style A full-cut, dramatic top with dolman-style sleeves and a collarless square or boat neckline. Kangaroo Pocket A pocket formed by sewing a piece of cloth over the garment leaving two open ends. Kidskin Shoe or glove leather from skins of goats; very soft and fine to the touch. Kimono A long robe with wide sleeves traditionally worn with a broad sash. Kitten Heel Popularized by the actress Audrey Hepburn, this chic little heel is about 1 to 2" high with a feminine curve to it. Laser-Cut Design - A modern technique for cutting openw ork patterns into fabric or leather using laser-equipped computerized equipment. Leather The dressed or tanned hide of an animal. Any of various articles or par ts made of leather. It is protective, comfortable, and it breathes. Leg-of-Mutto n Sleeve A loose, full sleeve, rounded from the shoulder to just below the elbow , then shaped to the arm, often ending in a point at the wrist. Lettuce Edge A t hin ruffle at neckline, cuff or hem. Linen -Fabric that is cooler, stronger and more absorbent than cotton; woven from threads 8|Page

made from the flax plant. Lycra Spandex The Du Pont Corporation s name for their tra demarked brand of spandex stretch material. Madras - Shirting fabric woven in st ructured patterns; usually in fine cotton. Maillot (Pronounced "my-yo"). A 1-pc. swimsuit with sewn-on straps and scoop, squared or sweetheart neckline; designe d to flatter most figure-types. Mandarin Collar A short, band collar, adopted fr om the close-fitting Asian collar. Matte Jersey Fine-knitted fabric with a flat finish. Mega Shirt An extra-long and full bigshirt. Mermaid This skirt hugs the body until it reaches the knees or just below and then ends in a dramatic flare. Merrow Stitching The type and name of machine to stitch overlock edges of emble ms. Microfiber A silky synthetic material, usually woven polyester. Microfleece A polyester fleece, very soft and dense, but not bulky or fluffy. Mocassin Soft loafer-like leather shoes constructed with lacing to attach the sole portion to a Ushaped upper. Often elaborately beaded. Derived from designs of Native Americ ans. Moisture-Wicking Synthetic materials that have been developed specifically to channel perspiration away from the body. Used in active wear and athletic sho e linings. Moleskin A cotton or synthetic twill fabric that has a warm, brushed hand. Mongolian Wool Long, curly woolen fibers used as a fluffy collar or trims on garments. Mule Shoes with high or low heel in which the vamp does not reach f ar beyond the toes. Natural Waist - A seam or waistband that secures or falls at the natural curve of the body, which is the indentation between the hips and th e rib-cage. Noile -Short fibers that create a slubbed effect on the surface of a fabric. Notch Neck A round neckline having a small triangular cutout in the fro nt center. 9|Page

Notched Collar A two-piece collar that can be only worn open. No-Waist Waistline Leaving the waistband out of pants or a dress to achieve an elegant simplicity and a smoother silhouette. Nubuck Suede that is sanded down to a skin-like smoot hness and softness. Nylon/Lycra Spandex With the combined strength of nylon and the supple elasticity of spandex, this fabric is ideal for foundation garments a nd shape-giving lingerie. Off-the-Shoulder Neck - A neckline that lies gently ho vering across the top of the bustline with the shoulders uncovered. Ombr Shading s of a single color from light to dark; or the gradual blending of several color s as in a rainbow. Open Stitch Woven or knit fabrics that are loosely-stitched, achieving a semi-transparency. Organza Fine, sheer, lightweight, crisp fabric wi th a stiff feel. It crushes or musses fairly easily, but it is easily pressed. D ressy type of fabric, sometimes has a silvery sheen. Ottoman Plain, heavy woven fabric having flat, crosswise ribs. Over-Dyed Denim Interesting color-on-color e ffect obtained by adding color dye during the washing process; the more dye adde d, the more intense the color. Overskirt A skirt worn over another skirt. Padded Bra - A bra with padded lower cups for a fuller bustline. Paillette Small glitt ering disk, similar to a sequin, sewn together with others on fabric to create a fishscale effect. Paisley Fabric in rich, swirling print either woven in or scr eened. Based on fine Scottish wool fabrics designed in yarn-dyed colors. Pareo A versatile rectangle of printed fabric worn as a shawl, swimsuit cover-up, skirt , dress or scarf. Based on garments worn by natives of Pacific Islands. Patchwor k Pattern -Woven fabric that combines together pieces of different prints and de signs with stitching sometimes quilted. Often seen in romantic or country looks. Can also be achieved in knits by combining elaborate patterns of stitching. 10 | P a g e

Pea Coat/Pea Jacket Heavy, warm hip-length woolen jacket with double-breasted fr ont and a wide notched collar; originally worn by sailors in the color known as navy blue. Peachskin/Peached Fabric that is processed to achieve a surface that has the soft sueded feeling of a fresh peach. Peasant Top Romantic style often c haracterized with a low neckline, ruffles, or free flowing material. Pedal Pushe rs Straight cut pants, often cuffed, that fall just below the knee. Peek-a-Boo A ny part of the garment which has been cut out to reveal skin. Peplum Short floun ce attached to a snugly fitting waistline. Picot A row of small loops woven alon g the edge of fabric in ribbon or lace for a decorative effect. Pieced A look cr eated by sewing several pieces of material together to form the garment, much li ke a quilt. Pigment-Dyed Yarns colored with material that is of animal, vegetabl e or mineral origin before they are spun into fabric. Pintuck Narrow, sewn-down pleats, usually on the front of a garment. Piqu (Pronounced "pee-kay"). Durable, knit or woven fabric with raised lengthwise cords or squares which are part of the weave. Placket Slit at neckline in a dress, blouse or skirt, usually reinfor ced with a fold of fabric. Pliss Fabric with a puckered surface. French word mea ning gathering, folding, pleating. Plus-Calf Boots with extra fullness at the wi de part of the calf of the leg. Poet Style See Bohemian. Pointelle An open-hole stitch usually in the shape of a V, flower or diamond. Polo Dress -A long or kne e-length sheath designed as an extension of the classic, cotton knit polo shirt. Polyester -A wrinkle resistant fabric made from synthetic resin. 11 | P a g e

Poncho Straight piece of fabric, usually waterproof, with an opening in the cent er for the head. Originally a Latin American garment in colorful woven fabrics t hat is used as outerwear. Pont Knit A tight knit weave that s soft with just enough stretch for comfort. Poplin A finely ribbed fabric, usually made of cotton. Prin cess Seams Seams that can be found in the front or the back of a garment that cr eate a figureflattering, form-fitting shape. Pucker Knit A pliss fabric with a c rinkled or puckered effect; usually some spandex is required to create this text ured, stretchy surface. Puff Sleeve/Pouf Sleeve A full sleeve of varying lengths , created by generous gathering around the armhole. Pump Slip-in shoe with a med ium to high heel for day or evening. Purl Stitch Knitting stitch employed to cre ate a ribbed effect. Raffia - A fine palm leaf used for decorative effects. Can be woven into shoes o r hats. Raglan Sleeve A sleeve that extends in one piece to the neckline of the garment. Rayon Silky, lustrous material manmade from natural fibers, with excell ent drape and dyeability. Ruching (Pronounced "rooshing"). Shirring or pleating for a textured effect, or an applied border of pleated ribbon for a ruffled effe ct. Ruffle Strip of cloth, lace or ribbon at the edge of a garment that creates a rippled effect. Saddle Stitch - Small running stitches visible on the outside of shoes and accessories. Safari Style Safari Style Garments adapted from bush j ackets worn by hunters on African safaris; including such features as bellows po ckets, belting and epaulettes. Sandal A shoe held on by straps or a wide-banded vamp. Sarong Skirt Long cloth that is wrapped around the entire body. Sateen -Lu strous cotton or rayon, this fabric has a smooth hand with a soft sheen. 12 | P a g e

Satin A smooth fabric woven with a glossy face and a dull back. Scalloping Edges either cut, knit or crocheted in a tight wave pattern. Scarf Print A print that imitates in part, or in full, the framed shape and elaborate design of a print designed for a scarf. Scoop Neck/Round Neck A low, U-shaped or round neckline. S eersucker Term derived from the Persian "shirushaker", a kind of cloth, literall y "milk and sugar". The woven crinkle is produced by alternating slack and tight yarns in the warp. Shantung A heavy fabric with a rough, slubbed surface usuall y made of silk or some other soft material (often rayon or cotton). Shawl Collar A one-piece collar that is turned down to form an elegant, continuous line arou nd the back of the neck to the front of a garment. Sheath A straight narrow dres s fitted to the body with vertical darts or a set-in waist. Shelf Bra A bra that is built into a garment and offers the lightest support. It has a smooth, seaml ess appearance. Shift A straight lined basic dress of the 1960s, hanging away fr om the body. Shirred Waist A decorative gathering (as of cloth) made by drawing up the material along two or more parallel lines of stitching. Shirring Gatherin g of material usually used for visual figure enhancement. Shirt Dress A dress cu t similar to a man s shirt with buttons down the front. Shrug A woman's small, waist -length or shorter jacket. Silk An extremely soft, natural fabric made from the secretions of silkworms. Skort Shorts that have a front covering to resemble a s kirt. Slide Any style of backless slip-on shoe. 13 | P a g e

Slingback Any shoe with an open back and strap around the heel. Slip Dress Biascut dress with a fitted top, no waistline and camisole straps. Smock - A dress t hat has a shoulder yoke with gathering for a full sweep. Soft-Cup With light sup port and a sleek, smooth appearance, soft cups give just the right amount of sup port for small to average-busted women. Soutache (Pronounced "sootash"). Woven, satin braid used as a decoration for dresses and suits. Spaghetti Strap A thin t ubular strap that attaches to the bodice, named for its likeness to a strand of spaghetti. Spandex An elastic fabric made from a polymer containing polyurethane . Split Neck A round neckline that looks like it has been cut in the center to f orm a small "V". Square Neck An open-yoke neckline shaped in the form of a half square. Stacked Heel A heel constructed from individual layers of leather or man made material laminated together for strength, durability and pattern. Stiletto A pumps or slingback with a high narrow heel. Straight Legs Pant legs that are c ut an equal width from the waist to ankles. Stretch Cotton A cotton fabric usual ly with spandex or Lycra spandex for greater comfort, a better fit and superior wrinkle resistance. String A thong panty. Suede Leather that is buffed on the in side to raise a slight nap -- giving it a textured appearance. Sweetheart Neck A graceful, open Tanga - A high-cut panty. Tank -A top similar to an undershirt w ith narrow straps, a U neck and deep armholes. Tankini -A two-piece bathing suit with the upper portion resembling a tank top. A tankini yoke, shaped like the t op half of a heart. 14 | P a g e

provides the coverage of a maillot and the freedom of a bikini. Tapered Legs Pan t legs that become progressively narrower toward the ankles. Tea Length A dress hemmed to end at the shins. Tee Knit shirt with short or long set-in sleeves. Th ong A sandal held on the foot by a strap between the first and second toes. Thon g Panties Briefs with a single strap back, V-shaped front and elastic waist. Tie -Cinched Waist The waist is pulled tight around the body with a tie. Topline The upper edge of a shoe. Topstitching Machine stitching showing on the right side of a garment for decorative effect. Also a shoe detail or decoration. Trapeze To p Tank top style with a fuller bottom sweep. Trench A waterproof overcoat styled along military lines. Trumpet Sleeve Long sleeve that flares at the end like a trumpet. Tube Top A strapless top made with stretch fabric. Tulle A fine sheer n et fabric. Tumbled Leather Soft leather with a slightly pebbled grain. Tunic A s imple slip-on top that usually falls below the hips or longer. Turtleneck A high , close-fitting, turnover collar used especially for sweaters and knit tops. Twe ed A coarse wool or synthetic fabric used chiefly for casual suits and coats. Tw ill A basic weave characterized by diagonal wales on the face. 15 | P a g e

Twinset A cardigan sweater over a matching sleeveless or short-sleeve sweater. T wo-Way Stretch The quality of woven or knit garments made with spandex that enab les them to stretch vertically and horizontally. Ultrasuede - Registered tradema rk of Springs Mills, Inc. for luxury suede-like fabric. Vamp - The upper part of a shoe or boot covering the instep. Variegated Having streaks, marks, or patche s of different colors distinguished or characterized by a variety of different col ors. Velcro Trademark for a closing consisting of a tape woven with minute nylon hooks that mesh with loops on an opposite tape. First used by astronauts. Velou r Soft velvety thick pile fabric made of various fibers and yarns. Used primaril y for coats, warm-up suits, knit shirts and dresses. Velvet Fabric made of vario us fibers in different weights woven with an extra yarn in the warp. This fabric is cut and brushed to form a soft, luxurious pile. Velveteen Cut-pile fabric (o ften cotton) made with an extra filling yarn. The pile is not more than 1/8'' hi gh. Used primarily for dresses, suits and sportswear. V-Neck/V-Back -An open yok e coming to a "V" shape midway down the bodice. Voile A lightweight, open-weave fabric made from wool, silk, cotton, or rayon; soft, used especially for women's summer clothing. Welt - Pocket that has a folded strip of material sewn into th e front portion of the pocket. The welt extends upward from the seam. Wide Legs Pants or jeans that are cut extra full through the legs, with a wider leg openin g. Wing Collar A collar with projections that cover shoulder seams of bodices an d doublets Wrap Top/Surplice Top -A bodice created by the cross-wrapping of fabr ic; may be in front or back, and associated with a high or low neckline. Yarn-Dy ed - Yarn that has been dyed prior to the weaving or knitting of the garment. Ya rndyed garments hold their color after repeated cleaning. Yoke The fitted top of a garment across the shoulders in front or back, usually a separate piece seame d across the front and back; sometimes lined. 16 | P a g e