Fashion Vocabulary
aesthetic
Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.
silhouette
A dark shape or outline of someone or something visible against a lighter background.
Glossary Reference
Words related to styles, trends, garment construction, and the clothing industry.
aesthetic
Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.
silhouette
A dark shape or outline of someone or something visible against a lighter background.
tailoring
The act or process of making or adapting clothing.
fabric
A material, typically produced by weaving or knitting textile fibers.
couture
A fashion design that is created and manufactured specifically for individual clients, often characterized by high-quality materials and craftsmanship.
embroidery
The art or process of decorating fabric with needle and thread.
pattern
A repeated decorative design or a model or plan used as a guide.
textile
A flexible material composed of a network of natural or artificial fibers.
fit
To be the right shape or size for someone or something.
seam
A line where two pieces of fabric or material are sewn together.
trend
A general direction in which something is developing or changing.
monochrome
A color scheme that uses only one color or shades of one color.
avant-garde
A movement in the arts that seeks to challenge contemporary norms and practices.
ready-to-wear
Describing clothing that is mass-produced and sold in standardized sizes, ready to be worn without alteration.
draping
The act of covering or decorating something with fabric or material.
accessories
Items that provide additional functionality or enhance the use of something.
vintage
The quality of being considered classic or from a previous era.
bohemian
A person who lives an unconventional lifestyle, often in artistic or literary circles.
fast fashion
A style of clothing that is produced quickly in response to the latest fashion trends, often at low cost.
color palette
A collection of colors used in design and art.
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