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Common Fashion Terms We Bet You Didn’t Know About

Lately, everything has been about fashion. With watching celebs all dolled up in innumerable varied attires on our phone screens all the time, thanks to social media, everyone now wishes to become a fashionista to some extent.  The real conundrum arrives when we go about hunting for some fashion outfit we don’t know the exact name of.

Besides, Bollywood has always been about welcoming new fashion trends through celebs, which are then imitated by you, me and others alike, be it the ripped denim, off-shoulder blouses, simple ethnic outfits, etc.

The real conundrum arrives when we go about hunting for some fashion outfit we don’t know the exact name of. It gets awkward when we stand in front of the salesperson in the store describing what the garment looks like because we don’t know the exact fashion terms. 

We know you have been through it like a hundred times. Don’t worry though, because you have arrived at the right place. 

We have compiled a few of the common fashion terms we bet you didn’t know. 

Bishop Sleeve

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A kind of full sleeve that ends tight at the wrist.

Boho Chic

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It is a type of style that derives inspiration from the gypsy style of dressing which mainly involves loose-fitting clothes.

Cravat

Image Credits: The Elegant Classy Gentleman Magazine

A fabric band worn around the neck usually by men. It has long ends that hang down the chest. Women do wear a cravat. 

Cropped Jacket

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A jacket that is cut just above the waist. 

Culottes

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Knee-length or slightly longer normal pants worn by women.

Dirndl Skirt

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A skirt that falls just below the knee. It is also commonly known as a peasant skirt and gathered skirt. 

Peplum

Image Credits: Kiss & Tell

A flowing fabric attached to the waistline of a top, shirt, skirt or dress to create a flared look.

Playsuit

Image Credits: Asos

An apparel wherein a top and shorts are attached to each other, worn by women. 

Sack dress

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As the name goes, sack dress is a fashion term for a loose-fitting unwaisted dress also worn by women.

Sheath

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Semi fitting dress with a waist dart. 

These fashion terms might just help you out the next time you step out for shopping. We have made you all ready.

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