¾ Sleeve: A sleeve that comes to midway on the forearm.
A-line skirt: A skirt that is fitted at the waist and flares to create an "A" shape.
Appliquè: Decoration or ornament applied to a larger piece
of fabric.
Argyle: A design with two or three colors knit into an arrangement of diamond shapes.
Asymmetrical Hem: A hemline on a garment that has two sides or halves that are not the same(often diagonal).
Ballerina neckline: Low neckline, usually on strapless or cami-strap dresses.
Bandeau (tube) top: A band of fabric that covers the torso.
Basque waist: A dropped waistline that starts at or just beneath the natural waistline, dipping in the center to create a V shape.
Bateau neck (boatneck): A high and wide neckline that runs straight across the front and back to meet at the shoulders.
Bell sleeve: A flared sleeve; shaped much like a bell.
Blazer: A sport or dress jacket, often with a notched collar, lapels and pockets.
Boatneck (bateau neck): A high and wide neckline that runs straight across the front and back to meet at the shoulders.
Bolero jacket: A loose, waist-length jacket with an open front.
Boned bodice (corset top): A form-fitting, often strapless bodice shaped with boning and featuring either laces or snap closures.
Boot cut: A straight cut or slightly flared (from the knee) pant leg to accommodate a boot.
Box pleat: A pleat formed by two folds of fabric.
Boy cut: Women's shorts, underwear or swimwear with a fitted leg that reaches up to halfway down the thigh.
Butterfly collar: A pointed collar that is flat, but can be brought up.
Butterfly sleeve: A loose flowy fit from the shoulder that drapes down the arm.
Byron collar:
A pointed collar.
Camisole: A short, sleeveless garment, usually featuring thin shoulder straps.
Cami-straps: Thin shoulder straps on a dress or tank top.
Capri pant: Pants that taper to the middle or lower portion of
the calves.
Cap sleeve: A short sleeve that forms a stiff cap or short covering on the shoulder.
Cardigan: A sweater, usually without a collar, that opens the full length of the front.
Cargo pocket: Expandable pocket with side pleats sewn onto the garment shell.
Carpenter pants: Five-pocket pants with a hammer loop.
Chemise (skimmer): A straight dress without a belt or cinched waist.
Collarette: The neck trim on a t-shirt or sweatshirt.
Column (straight or pencil) skirt: A straight-line skirt with no fullness at the hem or waistline.
Corset top (boned bodice): A form-fitting, often strapless bodice shaped with boning and featuring either laces or snap closures.
Cowl neck: A neckline with an extra piece of fabric that may be used as a hood or draped across the shoulders as a swag.
Crew neck: A round, banded neckline that fits close to the base of the neck.
Cropped top: A top with a hem cut just above the waist.
Dolman sleeve: A long sleeve that is very wide at the top and narrow at the wrist.
Double-breasted: One flap of the front can overlap the other half. Usually features two rows of buttons with one row of buttonholes.
Drape: How a fabric hangs in an article of apparel.
Dropped shoulders: The sleeve seam lies off the shoulder.
Dropped waist: A waistline sewn below the natural waistline.
Elastic: A cord, string or band with easily stretched rubber.
Embroidery: A design sewed directly onto a fabric.
Empire bodice: A low-cut, sometimes gathered bodice that ends just beneath the bust.
Empire waist: A waistline that begins just beneath the bust.
Extended (tuck-in) tails: A shirt with a longer back hem than front hem.
Eyelets: Small holes or perforations that allow a fabric to breathe; they're usually finished with stitching or grommets and sometimes are used as design details.
Finish: Term for processes used in creating a finished cloth, including bleaching, mercerizing, steaming and dyeing.
Fitted point sleeve: A long and narrow sleeve, tapering to a point that rests against the back of the hand.
Flat-front pants: Straight pants that are often seamless and often have no front pockets.
Flutter sleeve: A short sleeve that falls loosely over the upper arm.
Full cut: A garment cut to be generous and roomy.
Gaucho: Wide-legged pants or divided skirt that reaches the middle of the calve.
Grommet: Metal, plastic or stitched hole to reinforce fabric at stress points.
Gusset: Additional fabric panel in a seam for active movement.
Halter top: A sleeveless, backless bodice with a high choker neckline.
Hand: A fabric's tactile qualities; the way it feels.
Henley: A collarless knit shirt with a button placket at the neckline.
Hi-lo hemline: The hemline is cut higher in the front and kept longer in the back. This cut makes contrasts in colors and patterns stand out and adds a flattering appearance to taller women.
Hook & Loop closure: A closure material where one strip has small hooks that adhere to another strip with small loops.
Jewel neck: A high and round neckline that rests at the base of the neck.
Johnny collar: A knit collar that stands up.
Kangaroo pocket: A big pocket formed by sewing fabric on the garment, leaving two open ends.
Keyhole neck: A tear-shaped cutout that fastens at the front or back of the neckline.
Kimono: A wide-sleeved robe, often worn with a sash.
Maillot: A woman's one-piece swimming suit.
Mandarin (stand-up) collar: A short collar that stands up from the garment.
Mermaid skirt: Hugs the body from waist to knees, then flares dramatically.
Natural waist: A waistline that falls at the natural curve of the body.
Notch collar: A two-piece collar that is worn open.
Patch pocket: A pocket made of self material and without pleats of lining, like a shirt pocket.
Peasant top: Features a low neckline, ruffles and/or free-flowing fabric.
Pencil (column or straight) skirt: A garment style created by sewing pieces of fabric together, reminiscent of a quilt.
Pieced: Used to describe a chain or single strand of pearls or beads that is 45" to 120" long.
Raglan sleeves: Sleeves that are one piece from collar to cuff; they allow for ease of movement.
Sarong: Long skirt that wraps around the body.
Scoop neck: A low U-shaped neckline.
Sculpted hem: A softly rounded hem detail.
Self-fabric collar: A collar made from the same fabric as a garment's body.
Set-in sleeve: Sleeves that run from the shoulder to the cuff.
Shelf bra: A built-in bra.
Skimmer (chemise): A straight dress without a belt or cinched waist.
Skort: Shorts with a front flap of fabric that resembles a skirt.
Slash pockets: Pockets that are created by cutting an angled slash in the shell and attaching a suspended pouch inside.
Slim-fit pants: A pant cut that is straight from the waist to the ankle, only curving slightly around the hip.
Spaghetti straps: Thin shoulder straps on a dress or tank top.
Split neck: A neckline that is cut in the center, creating a
narrow V.
Stand-up (mandarin) collar: A short collar that stands up from the garment.
Storm flap: A fabric strip that covers the zipper or snap closure of a jacket.
Straight (column or pencil) skirt: A straight-line skirt with no fullness at the hem or waistline.
Structured cap: A cap with a front portion made from a stiff fabric that keeps its shape defined.
Surplice (wrap) dress or top: A bodice created by wrapping fabric in the front or back; usually creates a low neckline.
Tankini: A two-piece swimming suit where the top half is shaped like a tank top.
Tank top: A sleeveless top with wide armholes.
Tear-away shorts or pants: A band of fabric that covers the torso.
Tube (bandeau) top: A built-in bra.
Tubular collar: Collar knit in a seamless tube form.
Tuck-in (extended) tails: A shirt with a longer back hem than front hem.
Tunic: A top with a hemline that falls between mid-thigh and low-hip.
Turtleneck: A high, turned-over collar.
V-neck: An open yoke neckline with a V shape.
Velcro: Brand name for Hook & Loop Closure; one strip has small hooks that adhere to another strip with small loops. Waterproof: A fabric that withstands water penetration; waterproof fabrics are generally treated with a chemical or laminate that seals the pores.
Welt: A pocket, collar or cuff treatment; it is a piece of fabric sewn on for a finished look.
Wicking: A fabric's ability to move moisture along the filament surface so it can evaporate; popular in workout attire and outdoor gear.
Wrap (surplice) dress or top: A bodice created by wrapping fabric in the front or back; usually creates a low neckline.
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