Fashion: English Vocabulary List

a clothing item worn beneath outer clothing by men and women that covers the lower part of their bodies

"He put on clean underpants."

"He packed five pairs of underpants for the weekend trip expecting to change every day not realizing the hotel had a laundry service available."

a short piece of clothing that women wear under the pants, skirts, etc.

"She bought new panties."

"She bought new panties made from soft breathable cotton because synthetic fabrics had been causing skin irritation and discomfort during long workdays."

an item of clothing that is worn for swimming, particularly the type that women and girls wear

"She packed her bathing suit."

"She wore a bathing suit at the beach all afternoon."

a piece of clothing such as a sweatshirt or jacket that has a cover for the head

"He wore a warm hoodie."

"He wore a hoodie because the evening air was cold and windy."

a loose long-sleeved warm item of clothing worn casually or for exercising on the top part of our body, usually made of cotton

"She likes her sweatshirt."

"He grabbed his old sweatshirt from college before going outside feeling nostalgic about the memories associated with the faded logo on the front."

a long coat worn in cold weather to keep the body warm

"He wore a long overcoat."

"He wore a heavy wool overcoat over his suit to stay warm during the cold winter commute."

the part of an item of clothing that completely or partly covers one's arm

"The long sleeve is ripped."

"She rolled up her sleeves before starting to paint because she did not want to get acrylic colors on the fabric of her new shirt."

to close and secure clothing by attaching the parts that hold it together

"He will button his shirt."

"It was so cold outside that he had to button his coat all the way up."

influenced by the latest or popular styles

"This cafe is trendy."

"The trendy coffee shop is popular with young people who work in the area."

strong material made from animal skin and used for making clothes, bags, shoes, etc.

"This leather bag is nice."

"He invested in a high-quality leather jacket that would last for years."

a bag designed for carrying on the back, usually used by those who go hiking or climbing

"She carries a backpack."

"She packed her backpack with water snacks and a first aid kit before heading out for a full day hike in the national park."

a piece of underwear worn by women to cover and support their breasts

"She wore a white bra."

"She bought a bra that fit comfortably and gave good support."

cloth that is made from the fibers of a plant called flax, used to make fine clothes, etc.

"She wore a white linen shirt."

"Linen is a strong fabric made from flax fibers and is perfect for summer clothing and bedding."

pieces of clothing worn by actors or performers for a role, or worn by someone to look like another person or thing

"Her costume was colorful."

"She designed her Halloween costume herself using old curtains and recycled materials creating a unique outfit that won first prize at the party."

an item of clothing that is worn to cover the upper part of the body

"She wore a blue top."

"He wore a plain white top with dark jeans to the casually elegant restaurant because the invitation had specifically said no formal attire was required."

(of clothes) loose and not fitting the body tightly

"His pants are baggy."

"He wears baggy pants because he likes his clothes to feel loose and comfortable."

the part around the neck of a piece of clothing that usually turns over

"The shirt collar is white."

"He adjusted the stiff collar of his dress shirt to make sure it lay flat and looked neat."

to put clothes on oneself

"She will dress quickly."

"You should dress appropriately for the job interview to make a good first impression."

to bring two parts of something together

"Please fasten your seatbelt."

"Please fasten your seatbelt before the plane begins to take off from the runway."

thick thread made from the fibers of sheep or other animals, commonly used for knitting

"This sweater is wool."

"She knitted a warm scarf using premium merino wool for the cold winter months."

currently popular, trendy, or in style

"Cropped tops are in this year."

"Cropped tops are in this season and everyone is wearing them with high waisted jeans."

following the latest or the most popular styles and trends in a specific period

"Her coat is fashionable."

"The fashionable young woman always wears the latest trends and styles from Paris."

a typically repeating arrangement of shapes, colors, etc., regularly done as a design on a surface

"The wallpaper has a pattern."

"She noticed a pattern in the numbers and solved the problem faster."

material used for making clothes, which is made by knitting or weaving silk, cotton, etc.

"She bought some cloth."

"He wiped the dusty table with a damp cloth removing layers of grime that had accumulated over several weeks without being cleaned properly."

a design consisting of lines or bands with a different color from the background, often used on clothing, textiles, or other surfaces

"The shirt has a stripe."

"The referee jersey had black and white vertical stripes making him easily visible on the field among the players wearing solid colored uniforms."

strong cotton cloth that is usually blue in color, particularly used in making jeans

"He likes denim jeans."

"Denim jeans were originally designed as durable workwear for miners and cowboys but became fashionable casual clothing in the second half of the twentieth century."

cloth made from the fibers of the cotton plant, naturally soft and comfortable against the skin

"This shirt is cotton."

"The breathable cotton fabric makes this summer dress exceptionally comfortable and light."

the skin of an animal that has died with its thick and soft hair still on it

"The coat has fur."

"The luxurious fur lining provided exceptional warmth and a sophisticated aesthetic to the winter coat."

(of clothes, a color, hairstyle, etc.) to look good on someone

"This color suits you well."

"That vibrant shade of blue really does suit your complexion and makes your eyes stand out."

a pattern of shapes and lines as a decoration

"I like the design."

"The architect presented a bold and innovative design for the new public library building."