Fashion Glossary

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A-line

Dress or skirt fitted at the waist and widening towards the hem

Ankle Length

Dress or skirt fitted at the waist and widening towards the hem

Appliqué

Decorative technique involving sewing fabric onto another to create designs

Asymmetrical

Dress design with uneven sides or elements for unique style

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Attires

A formal term synonymous with ‘outfit’

Babydoll

Short, loose-fitting nightgown or dress often with empire waist and lace details

Backless

Dress or top leaving woman’s back uncovered

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Ball Gown

Gorgeous dress with full skirt and bodice touching floor

Bandeau

Strapless chest apparel worn occasionally as casual wear

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Beaded

Adorned with small beads adding texture and sparkle

Bell Sleeve

Long sleeve fitted shoulder to elbow, gently flared from elbow

Boatneck

Wide neckline extending towards the tips of the shoulders

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Bodycon

Style of clothing known for its very tight-fitting silhouette

Bow

Apparel with a large front-neck bow, often worn by women

Navy Brocade Column Dress

Brocade

Pleasing shuttle-woven fabric with colored silks accented with gold or silver threads

Bustier

A tight top for women, worn alone or under clothes

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Cap Sleeve

Short sleeves covering just shoulders, not extending under the arms

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Casual

Relaxed attire for everyday comfort and style

3/4 Sleeves Blush Scoop Ballgown

Chiffon

A Very light sheer fabric with a crepe-like texture made from different fibers

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Column Silhoutte

Features a straight narrow shape from shoulders to hemline, emphasizing streamlined minimalistic look

Corset

An undergarment shaping and supporting torso for desired posture

Cowl Neckline

A loose, draped fabric collar around the neckline for elegant draping

Violet Asymmetric Slim Dress

Crepe

It has a crinkled texture, drapes nicely for clothes like dresses

Navy Long-sleeve V-Neck Suit

Cuff Sleeves

Band of cloth at the sleeve end, rolled and buttoned

Curved Seams

Sewn lines that follow a rounded contour of the clothing

Cut-out

Cut-out dresses feature sections of fabric removed to expose skin

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Draping

Arranging and pinning fabric on a dress form for design

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Dress

“A dress is attire for women with a skirt and top

Dress Length

The measurement from the shoulder to the hemline defines the overall dress size and style

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Dressy

It refers to looking stylish, smart, and suitable for formal occasions

Royal Off-shoulder Dress with Front Left Slit

Drop-shoulder

Sleeve style where the armhole seam falls on top of the arm

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Embellishment

Adding decorative details to enhance the attractiveness of an outfit

Blush mocha One-shoulder Scoop Dress

Embroidered

A dress adorned with stitched patterns or pictures

Empire Line

It is a high-waisted dress style with a fitted bodice and flowing skirt

Empire Waist

High-waisted dress with fitted bodice and flowing skirt

Ensemble

A coordinated outfit of complementary clothing and accessories.

Fabric

Soft material used for making clothes, outfits, and more

Feather Stitch

A Beautiful embroidery stitch with loops that alternate left and right

Feathered Dresses

Dresses designed with feathers for an elaborate and ornate appearance

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Fit And Flare

Fitted through the waist, flares out below the hips with movement

Fitting

Adjusting outfit to ensure proper size, comfort, and appearance

Flared Bottom

Skirts or trousers wider at the bottom than the top

Flared Shorts

Shorts having a broad, bell-shaped curve at the bottom

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Flared Skirt

Skirt with a wide, outward curl at bottom, unlike pencil or tulip skirts

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Floor Length

Dress reaching all the way to the floor, fully covering feet

Fluted Hem

Hemline with small, repeating folds creating a ruffled look

Formal Dress

Clothing for formal events, not casual or daywear.

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Fringe

Ornamental edge with hanging threads or strips, often found on the sides

Sweetheart Front Slit Stone Dress

Full Length

Clothing that reaches down to the floor, covering the legs

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Full Sleeve

Sleeve covering the entire arm from shoulder to wrist

Fully Sparkling

An outfit covered in shimmering, glittering embellishments for a dazzling look

Gala

It is a formal social event including unique entertainment or performances

Asymmetric One Shoulder Mauve Dress

Garment

It refers to a piece of clothing or attire

Georgette

It is a lightweight, sheer fabric with a crinkled texture, often used for dresses and scarves

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Glam

A fashion style that is flashy, glamorous, and adorned with velvet, sequins, bold silhouettes

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Gowns

A loose, flowing outer attire worn by women

Halter-neck

A sleeveless outfit that ties behind the neck, leaving shoulders bare

Haute Couture

Expensive, fashionable clothes made by top fashion houses

Hem

A hem is the folded and sewn edge at the bottom of clothes, like the end of sleeves or the bottom of a shirt

High Halter

A neckline style with straps tied high around the neck

Violet Asymmetric Slim Dress

High Low

These dresses have a skirt that’s shorter at the front and longer at the back

High Neck

Dress with collar that rises to cover the neck

Emerald Asymmetric Front Slit Dress

High Slit

Dress with long vertical slit, revealing legs for style

Illusion Dress

Dresses with visual effects that create a slimmer, more defined figure

Illusion Mesh

Thin, see-through fabric that makes clothes look like skin is showing

Sleeveless V-Neck Taupe Ballgown

Jacquard

Fabric with fancy, woven-in designs, not just printed

Jewel Neckline

High, rounded neckline that shows off necklaces nicely

Slim Fit Boat Neck Black Dress

Knee-length

Dresses that end around the middle of the knee, typically 36-40 inches long

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Lace

Beautiful, open fabric made by weaving or knotting threads

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Long Dress

A long dress goes all the way down to the floor

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Long Sleeve

An outfit with sleeves that go all the way to the wrist

Slim Fit Boat Neck Black Dress

Low-back

Clothing with a lower-cut design at the back

Asymmetric One Shoulder Emerald Dress

Matte Satin

Matte satin fabric is smooth with a non-shiny finish, ideal for elegant apparel

Mermaid

Dress that’s tight on top, then flares out like a mermaid

Mesh

Lightweight, breathable fabric with holes (net-like texture), used for stylish designs and more

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Midi

Dress that falls above the ankles but below the knees

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Mikado

Heavy, lustrous fabric with smooth drape, used in bridal wear

Mini

A kind of skirt or dress that usually reaches the mid-thigh, or well above the knees

Moire

Fabric with a wavy, watered appearance, often used in formalwear

Neckline

Top edge of clothing framing the neck and shoulders

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Off-the-shoulder

Clothing that bares shoulders, for a trendy, feminine appearance

One-shoulder

A clothing style with one shoulder uncovered or visible

Open-back

Dress with back partially or entirely open

Organza

Sheer, thin, stiff, transparent fabric used to make beautiful gowns

Printed Jacquard Strapless Blue Ballgown

Overlay Top

Apparel with one layer of fabric placed over another

Peplum

A gathered or pleated strip of fabric at the waist

Petite

Clothing designed for women 5’4″ and under, customized fit

Crystal Nude Ballgown Dress

Pleats

Pleats are like tiny folds stitched into clothes to make them puffy

Plunge

A dress or blouse with a deep V-shaped cut at the front

Sweetheart Off-Shoulder Navy Ballgown

Plus Size

Apparel designed for larger body sizes beyond standard measurements

Long Column Champagne Dress

Printed Dress

A dress or fabric adorned with artwork or designs printed on it

Puff Sleeve

Close-fitting at shoulder and cuff, wider in the middle, forming a rounded puff sleeve

Queen Anne Neckline

A neckline style characterized by a high collar in the back with a deep, often V-shaped or sweetheart front

Quilted Satin

It’s a satin fabric with a patterned stitch that gives it a cushioned, bumpy look

Dusty Pink Front

Quinceanera Dresses

These are extravagant gowns worn by girls celebrating their 15th birthday marking womanhood transition from girlhood

Boat Neck Long Sleeves Navy Dress

Satin

It’s a shiny, smooth fabric, known for its smooth texture

Sheath

A dress that is tight and straight, nipped at the waist without a separate waistline

Sheer

A fabric which is thin and semi-transparent, often used for layering

Short Dress

Ending above the knees, commonly at mid-thigh level

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Short Sleeve

A sleeve covering shoulders and upper arms, hanging above the elbow

Silhouette

The overall shape or style of a dress or garment

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Sleeveless

Without sleeves; not having fabric covering the shoulders or arms

Asymmetric One Shoulder Hunter Dress

Slim Dress

A dress which fits tightly to the body, accentuating its shape

Slit

A slit is a cut or opening in a garment, usually at the bottom, designed for aesthetics

Spaghetti Strap

It refers to a thin, delicate shoulder strap that adds elegance and minimalism to the overall appearance

Spaghetti Top

It relates to a sleeveless top with thin shoulder straps

Rose Gold Sweetheart Off-Shoulder Dress

Sparkly Dress

A dress adorned with sequins, glitter, or metallic accents, creating shining effects

Square Neck

A style that forms a straight line across the chest and shoulders, creating a square shape at the neckline

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Strapless Ballgown Dress in Fuchsia color

Straight Shorts

Relaxed fit shorts providing ample comfort, extend just above knees for a casual appear

Straight Top

It features a classic, straight silhouette that hangs loosely from the shoulder

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Strapless

Strapless garment stays on upper body without shoulder straps or support

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Stretch Crepe

Elastic, luxurious fabric for formfitting garments like evening wear and gowns

One Shoulder Emerald Column Dress

Stretch Mikado

A soft fabric with a silk-like feel and stretchy for added comfort

3/4 Sleeves V-Neck Royal Dress

Stretch Satin

It’s a satin fabric refined with elastane, lycra, or spandex

Sweetheart Neck

A feminine heart-shaped neckline with a chic, charming appeal shows off curves

Tea Length

Dress or skirt reaching mid-calf, below knee, above ankle (2-3 inches)

One Shoulder Front Slit Blush Trumpet Dress

Trumpet

A dress straight at the top, flares at the hips, like a bell shape

Tulle

Tulle is a soft, see-through fabric used to make timeless dresses

Two-toned Dress

Blending two distinct colors creatively in a dress for sleek, modern looks.

3/4 Sleeves Blue Slim Dress

V-neckline

A garment neckline shaping a “V” at the throat or chest

Zipper

A zipper is a closure with interlocking hooks used on dresses