Ombré
The graduation of a certain base color in one piece of clothing
 
Altuzarra Ready-To-Wear Spring-Summer 2016

Piping
A sort of “seaming” method used to define the edges of a garment, taking the form of a folded fabric.

Chanel Ready-To-Wear Spring-Summer 2016
 
 

Knife pleats
Accordion-like folds on a piece of clothing, most often used on skirts. It is also used to allow the garment to expand, while also adding a decorative hint to it.
 
Stella McCartney Ready-To-Wear Spring-Summer 2016
 
 

Bodice
A sleeveless fashion piece that covers the waist and bust.
 
Balmain Ready-To-Wear Fall/Winter 2016-2017
 
 

Pussybow
A large, floppy necktie accompanying a women’s blouse, taking the form of a big bow tie.

Gucci Ready-To-Wear Spring-Summer 2016
 
 

Jouy print
A type of cotton print that is mostly common for a recurrent pattern scattered all around the garment.
 
Dolce & Gabbana Ready-To-Wear Spring-Summer 2016
 
 

Appliqué
Pieces of decorative prints sewn on a bigger fabric.
 
Rodarte Ready-To-Wear Spring-Summer 2016
 
 

Plumage
A type of embellishment consisting of layers of feathers sewn on a piece of garment, forming a stylish arrangement.
 
Rodarte Ready-To-Wear Fall/Winter 2015- 2016

 

Macramé
A decorative form of knot-making that relies on tying the cords into the knot so as to form hitches.
 
Louis Vuitton Ready-To-Wear Spring-Summer 2016
 
 

Brocade
A woven-silk fabric richly decorated with hints of metallic.
 
Gucci Ready-To-Wear Spring-Summer 2016