Just like any other field of study, fashion has its own terminology. We’re always talking and writing about fashion, it’s time we familiarise ourselves with the fashion thesaurus. 😉
We see these fashion trends everywhere. But what are they exactly called?
Here are some terms we ought to know:
A Line Skirts/ Dresses
(skirts & dresses in the shape of the letter A)
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Bootleg Pants
(similar to those hippies bell-bottom pants)
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Bubble Skirts
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Drainpipe Jeans
(skinny jeans)
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Cowl Necks
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Capris
(pants that don’t reach your ankles)
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Cap Sleeves
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Hankerchief Outfits
(hem falls into several graceful points)
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Commonly used, commonly worn. Above are the different terms. 🙂
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Hipster Pants
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Empire Lines
(A silhouette where the waistline is pulled up just below the bust)
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Fishtail Skirts
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Tunic Outfits
(A straight cut dress without darts)
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Platform Heels
Heels with thick soles, either made of wood, cork or plastic. It creates the illusion of height without the discomfort of regular heels.
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Mary Janes
Sounds like a brand, but it’s not. Its style is inspired by school children’s shoes with its strap as the main feature.
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Mules
(shoes without a back strap)
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Kitten Heels
(Shoes with short heels that has a distinctive curve)
Fashion Class Dismissed. =)
