A-Z of Fashion
Argyle A diamond- shaped plaid pattern on a knit fabric. Tommy Hilfiger Fall Collection 2013
Ball Gown Ellie Saab Fall Collection 2013-14 Traditionally, a full-skirted gown reaching the floor, made of luxurious fabric, delicately and exotically trimmed. Ellie Saab Fall Collection 2013-14
Crochet A loose, open knit made by looping thread with a hooked needle. Givenchy Spring/Summer Collection 2015
Dropped Stitch A type of knit where some of the needles are "dropped out" during stitching to produce an open- worked pattern in the fabric. Similar to a wide, ribbed finish. Mango Summer Collection 2013
Empire Waistline This waistline begins just below the bust, giving tops or dresses a flowing, flattering fit Carol Hannah Fall Collection 2016
Fedora A soft felt hat that is creased lengthwise down the crown with a pinched front and a brim that can be turned up or down. Ralph Lauren Spring Collection 2009
Gingham A middle-weight, checkered or plaid fabric using two or more colors with a plain weave made of cotton Michael Kors Spring/Summer Collection 2015
Henley Shirt A collarless knit top with a closure that stops midway down the shirt. H&M
Ikat A method of weaving tie- dyed threads to create a rich and lively pattern on a fabric. Ikat fabrics often possess a distinct look based on their region of origin. Oscar De La Renta Fall Collection 2013
Jewel Neck plain, basic neckline that is rounded and reaches just above the collarbone Ellie Saab Winter Collection 2014-15
Kitten Heels a type of low stiletto heel
Lace A fine open fabric, typically one of cotton or silk, made by looping, twisting, or knitting. Dolce & Gabbana Spring/Summer Collection 2014
Midi typically a dress or skirt in which the hem stops at the calf Carolina Herrera Spring Collection 2016
Neon Bright Fluorescent colours Versace Spring/Summer Collection 2013
Off Shoulder A blouse or a dress with sleeves falling from below the shoulder Christian Dior Spring/Summer Collection 2016
Pedal Pushers These women's pants with a straight leg are usually cuffed and fall just below the knee. Phillip Lim Spring Collection 2015
Quilted Layers of fabric or padding with lines of stitching to form a warm garment, or for decorative effect. Stella McCartney Fall/Winter Collection 2016
Rosette A fabric embellishment that's pleated and ruffled to resemble a rose. Marchesa Fall/Winter Collection 2016
Sweetheart Necklines a neckline on a dress or blouse that is low at the front and shaped like the top of a heart. Ellie Saab Spring Collection 2011
Tunic A simple pullover blouse/ Dress/ jacket that falls at the hip. It was designed from two pieces of linen sewn up the sides and across the top with holes left for the head and arms. Tory Burch Spring Collection 2016
Unpressed Pleats A pleat of which the edges have not been set by pressing. The rounded edges create a look that is softer than pressed pleats. Chloe Spring Collection 2011
Variegated A pattern having streaks or marks in different colors. Variegated ribs will have a slight difference in the colors between the ribs. Dolce & Gabbana Spring Collection 2016
Wristlet A wallet or small purse having a loop for wearing around the wrist Coco Chanel Wristlet
X-Line this consisted out of tight jackets with round shoulders, super slim waist and wide skirts Valentino Spring Collection 2015
Yoryu Made with synthetic materials such as polyester or rayon, this lightweight, durable fabric has a pleated crinkle effect. Haider Ackermann Spring Collection 2011
Zig Zag A zigzag is a pattern made up of small corners at variable angles Anushree Reddy Summer Collection 2015
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