An East India method of wax printing where wax is applied to certain areas of the cloth to create a design. It is very popular in the Far East specially in Bali, Indonesia
Ball Gown
Popularized during the mid-1800s, the ball gown is a full-skirted skirt that reaches down to the ankles. Most common fabric used in its creation are satin and silk
Attached Garter
Belt Stockings or hosiery that have a garter belt permanently attached.Attached Sleeves Can be short sleeves or long sleeves that are attached at only one point to the side of the garment. Attached sleeves are usually seen on certain styles of women's tops, dresses, costumes and body stockings.
Austrian Crystal Rhinestones, which may or may not be Swarovski, that are made of cut glass or crystal as opposed to plastic or acrylic. Austrian crystals or rhinestones made of cut glass or crystal are considered superior and have a much more brilliant appearance. Only cut crystal rhinestones made by Swarovski can use the phrase "Swarovski"Average Figure Bra Bra that offers light to moderate support, with narrow straps, back and sides. Average figure bras usually made from slightly firmer material.
Austrian Crystal Rhinestones, which may or may not be Swarovski, that are made of cut glass or crystal as opposed to plastic or acrylic. Austrian crystals or rhinestones made of cut glass or crystal are considered superior and have a much more brilliant appearance. Only cut crystal rhinestones made by Swarovski can use the phrase "Swarovski"Average Figure Bra Bra that offers light to moderate support, with narrow straps, back and sides. Average figure bras usually made from slightly firmer material.
Athletic Underwear
A wide range of underwear including bras, shorts, tights, etc that is generally worn during exercise or athletic activities.
Athletic underwear may include wicking power, which draws moisture away from the body, compression for energy conservation and muscle support, mesh for ventilation, specific styles such as a racer back or tank top and stretch fabrics for snug support during athletic activity and giving a body enhancing appearance.
Athletic underwear may include wicking power, which draws moisture away from the body, compression for energy conservation and muscle support, mesh for ventilation, specific styles such as a racer back or tank top and stretch fabrics for snug support during athletic activity and giving a body enhancing appearance.
Adjustable Back
The back of a garment, usually a bra, corset or bustier which has multiple settings to allow for individual sizing preferences. Typically, adjustments are made with hook-and-eye closures or lacing.Adjustable Garters The elastic straps on a garter belt that attach to stockings are adjustable and can be made shorter or longer to provide the best fit.Adjustable Shoulder Straps Shoulder straps on bras, shape wear, chemises, slips and other types of lingerie and undergarments that allow for shortening or lengthening the straps to provide the best fit.Animal Print
A pattern printed onto or woven into fabric to resemble an animal, usually a leopard, tiger, zebra or snake.Appliqué A decoration or ornament made by cutting pieces of one material and applying them to the surface of another. For lingerie, appliqués are often made of lace or mesh and may feature beading, sequins, rhinestones, etc.Arm Socks, Arm Warmers Gloves, similar to the leg warmers worn by dancers. Some styles are fingerless but some do have fingers that are cut off to expose the fingers, usually from the second knuckle down to the tip of the finger. Arm socks can be made in anything from sheer mesh and fishnet to heavy knits like socks. Currently popular with punk dressers.
A pattern printed onto or woven into fabric to resemble an animal, usually a leopard, tiger, zebra or snake.Appliqué A decoration or ornament made by cutting pieces of one material and applying them to the surface of another. For lingerie, appliqués are often made of lace or mesh and may feature beading, sequins, rhinestones, etc.Arm Socks, Arm Warmers Gloves, similar to the leg warmers worn by dancers. Some styles are fingerless but some do have fingers that are cut off to expose the fingers, usually from the second knuckle down to the tip of the finger. Arm socks can be made in anything from sheer mesh and fishnet to heavy knits like socks. Currently popular with punk dressers.
Appliqué
Appliqué is a technique in which cut-out pieces of fabric or textile decorations are added to fabric to create designs. Appliqué adds dimension and texture to fabric.
Alpaca
A natural hair fiber from Llamas. It's similar to cashmere in its softness and luxury. Suitable for jackets, coats or throws.
Acrylic
Acrylic is a synthetic fiber with a soft, wool-like feel. Acrylic fabrics tend to be more resistant to sunlight and wrinkling. Many dress and upholstery fabrics contain acrylic fibers.
In fact, most of our felt fabrics are 100% acrylic. Felt is the most common form of acrylic fabric.Acrylic is machine machine washable and retains color very well.Acrylic Fabric Acrylic Fabrics.
In fact, most of our felt fabrics are 100% acrylic. Felt is the most common form of acrylic fabric.Acrylic is machine machine washable and retains color very well.Acrylic Fabric Acrylic Fabrics.
Acetate
A manufactured fiber formed by compound of cellulose, refined from cotton linters and/or wood pulp, and acetic acid that has been extruded through a spinneret and then hardened.
Acetate is a fiber primarily used in fabrics for pants and jacket linings. Acetate is silky, thin, dries fast and is resistant to shrinking and stretching. Acetate fabrics also drape and dye well.Acetate felt fabric.
Acetate is a fiber primarily used in fabrics for pants and jacket linings. Acetate is silky, thin, dries fast and is resistant to shrinking and stretching. Acetate fabrics also drape and dye well.Acetate felt fabric.
Ascot
High, round neckline with long scarf attached at center back, brought around, and one end looped over the other, ends hanging loose. Also called a stock neckline or tie neck.
American sleeve
A no sleeve design with a large diagonal cut from the base of the neck to the bottom of the armhole
A-line Skirt / Fit and Flare Skirt
A skirt that is fitted at the waist and flares out in an A-line or tulip shape at the hem.
A-line Gown
Form fitting bodices that flare out from the waistline to a full skirt. These gowns have a seamless waist.
Animal Prints
Popular since the 1930s, animal prints are fabrics which depicts the patterns and colors imitating the skins of animals.
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