Fabrics & Patterns
Garment Construction & Clothing Types
Accessories & Shoes
Fashion Industry Terms
Fashion Cycles
100

This lightweight, sheer fabric has a soft drape.

What is chiffon?

100

The stitched line where two pieces of fabric meet.

What is a seam?

100

A small handheld purse without straps.

What is a clutch?

100

Custom, high-end designer clothing.

What is haute couture?

100

A short-lived style that quickly becomes popular and fades away.

What is a fad?

200

Fabric with a glossy surface and dull back, often used in formalwear.

What is satin?

200

The finished edge of a garment to prevent fraying.

What is a hem?

200

A large open-top bag with parallel handles.

What is a tote bag?

200

Ready-to-wear clothing made in factories.

What is prêt-à-porter?

200

 A general direction in which fashion is moving.

 What is a trend?

300

This checked pattern has jagged edges.

What is houndstooth?

300

A short, flared fabric panel at the waist.

What is a peplum?

300

A hat with an indented crown and a brim.

What is a fedora?

300

A small, versatile collection of essential clothing items.

What is a capsule wardrobe?  

300

A timeless style that stays fashionable year after year.

What is a classic style?

400

A crisscross of horizontal and vertical bands in multiple colors.

What is plaid?

400

This type of dress is loose-fitting and has no defined waist.

What is a shift dress?

400

A decorative pin worn on clothing.

What is a brooch?

400

The platform or stage where designers present collections.

What is a runway?

400

This style cycle includes parachute pants from the 1980s.
 

What is a fad?

500

The teardrop-shaped, intricate motif often seen in scarves.

What is paisley?

500

A double-breasted coat with belt and storm flaps.

What is a trench coat?

500

A backless shoe, either open or closed toe.
What is a mule?

: What is a mule?

500

This high-heeled shoe features a long, thin heel.

  • What is a stiletto?

500
  •  Sneakers becoming part of everyday fashion is an example of this.
     

What is a trend?