Monday 24 November 2014

Fashion Lingo



In fashion universe, there a  are a lot of terms which can be quite confusing.

Here  are some of the commonly used words and what they mean.

Silhouette: Stands for shapes or outline of an outfit whether A line, straight so on.

Decolletage: Refers to that long V shape cut in a dress that cuts from neck to below the bust. Could be at the front or back.

Vintage: Refers to fashion from 1920's to 80's. Any thing prior to the 1920's is antique. From 1980 is referred to as retro and modern,

Lookbook: Stands for a compilation of images showcasing a designers upcoming designs.

Sartorial: Relating to clothes.

Applique: Embroidery or stitching of a fabric unto another.

Pop Up Shops; Refers to temporary shops that last from a few days to several weeks, used mainly for campaigns or sales.

Bias: Refers to a diagonal cut.

So do you know any other words used in fashion parlance? Please share

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