Fashion Terminology

2. A dress style where the waistline is raised above the natural waistline.
5. A fold created by doubling fabric back upon itself and pressing or sewing in place.
7. A sleeve cut in one piece with the body of the garment for ease of movement.
8. Cut A technique where fabric is cut diagonally, giving garments a better drape.
10. The technique of arranging fabric on a dress form to create a design.
12. A skirt or dress with extra fabric at the bottom for a flared effect.
13. The overall shape or outline of a garment.
14. A triangular or rectangular fabric piece added to give fullness to a garment.
15. A folded and sewn section of fabric to give a garment shape, usually at the bust or waist.
16. A shaped section, usually across the shoulders or hips, often used in shirts or skirts.
17. A closely shaped dress that hugs the body.
20. A neckline style where the straps tie behind the neck.
22. Fashionable holes or gaps in garments as a decorative design element.
23. The line where two pieces of fabric are sewn together.
24. The measurement from the crotch to the hem of pants.

1. Decorative pieces of fabric sewn onto a garment.
3. Seams sewn in a curved line to shape the garment to the body.
4. The edge of a piece of fabric, especially the bottom of a skirt, dress, or pants.
6. The direction in which fabric threads run.
9. A type of fabric weave that creates a diagonal pattern.
11. Clothing that is mass-produced in standard sizes.
12. A collar style with a small cut or "notch" where it meets the lapel.
18. Couture High-end fashion that is made by hand from start to finish.
19. Folds of fabric sewn into place to create volume or shape.
21. The part of a garment that surrounds the neck.