Categories of Clothing Terminology
At its broadest, clothing terminology may be said to include names for:
- Classes of basic garments: shirt, coat, skirt, dress, suit, underwear
- Length, for skirts and dresses: micro-mini, mini, tea length, ballerina length, full length, midi, maxi
- Contemporary and historical styles of garments: corset, frock coat, t-shirt, doublet
- Parts of garments: sleeve, collar, lapel
- Styles of these: juliette sleeve, Peter Pan collar
- Clothing details: pocket, french cuff, zipper
- Functional uses: base layer, insulation layer, outer shell
- Traditional garments: cheongsam, kilt, dirndl
- Fashions and "anti-fashions": preppy, New Look, hip-hop, rational dress
- Fabrics: denim, wool, chiffon, velvet, satin, silk, cotton
- Fabric treatments: fabric painting, transfers, ikat, tie-dye, batik
- Fabric manipulation: pleat, tuck, gather, smocking
- Colors and dyes: madder red, indigo, isabella
- Sewing terms: cut, hem, armscye, lining
- Patternmaking terms: sloper, toile
- Methods of manufacture: haute couture, bespoke tailoring, ready-to-wear
- Retailers' terms:
- Size ranges: missy, plus size, big-and-tall
- Retail seasons: back-to-school, holiday, resort, seasonal
- Departments: special occasion, sportswear, bridge fashion
- Degrees of formality: formal wear, bridal, business casual
- Market: high end, high street, ethical consumer, cut price
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