Saturday, March 15, 2025

Women's Clothing

The first two pics summarize women's clothing. The third pic is types of necklines.

Here is a summary of selected women's clothes worn on top:

*blazer: a tailored jacket which is part of a suit worn for business or casual.
*blouse: a loose-fitting upper garment.
*bodysuit: a one piece form-fitting garment which covers the torso and the crotch.
*cape: a sleeveless garment draped over the shoulders.
*cardigan: a knitted garment with an open front fastened with buttons or a zipper.
*crop top: sleeveless short ending above the waist to expose the waist or the abdomen.
*halter top: sleeveless secured around the neck and leaves the back bare.
*hoodie: a sweatshirt with a hood. Sometimes include a front pocket and drawstrings.
*parka: a coat with a fur-lined hood.
*polo: a collared short sleeve or long sleeve shirt with a buttoned placket.
*shrug: short and lightweight which covers the shoulders and upper arms leaving the torso exposed.
*tank top: sleeveless with wide armholes and a low neckline.
*trench coat: long and waterproof coat with a belt. Double breasted front.
*tube top: strapless fitted around the torso held by elastic.
*tunic: long and loose which extends to the hips and worn with pants or leggings on the bottom.
*vest: a sleeveless garment which covers the upper body.

Here is a summary of selected women's dresses:

*A-line: fitted at the hips widening towards the hem with the shape of a capital letter A.
*ball gown: floor-length and formal for proms and galas.
*bodycon: tight-fitted made from stretchy material designed to hug every curve. Bodycon is short for body conscious.
*cocktail: suitable for semi-formal to formal occasions. Typically knee-length. Can be a little shorter or little longer in length.
*halter: features a halter neck style of a strap tied behind the neck instead of over the shoulders.
*maxi: a floor or ankle-length fitted on the top part and loose flowing on the bottom part.
*mermaid: fitted which flares out the knees to resemble a mermaid's tail.
*midi: a balance of modesty and style which ends at the mid-calf.
*mini: short length which ends above the knee.
*peasant: loose fitting with a gathered waist and sleeves.
*sheath: form-fitting with a defined waist skimming the body from the shoulders to the hips.
*shift: short and sleeveless dress hanging or falling loosely from the shoulders. No waist definition.
*shirt: resembles a slip. Made from silky fabric which can be worn alone or layered.
*slip: similar to an underslip or petticoat cut on the bias with spaghetti straps.
*sun: made from lightweight fabric with a loose fit.
*wrap: a front closure produced by looping one side over the other and knotting the connecting waist ties or fastening buttons. Creates a V-neckline.

Here is a summary of selected women's clothes worn on bottom:

*capri: a style of pants longer than shorts and shorter than trousers. Or pants end below the knee or mid-calf. Worn in spring or summer.
*cargo: long pockets on the sides originally designed for utility and storage.
*culotte: knee-length pants or mid-calf pants to resemble a skirt.
*harem: baggy and long pants caught in at the ankle.
*jeans: made from denim. The pants are made in a variety of cuts such as skinny, bootcut, and straight-leg.
*jeggings: leggings resemble tight denim jeans. Made from stretch denim or denim-like fabric.
*leggings: skin-tight and stretchy pants made from a blend of lycra, nylon, cotton, or polyester. Used for exercise or casual wear.
*palazzo: long trousers cut with a loose, wide leg. Made of light and flowing fabric.
*shorts: a bottom clothes which covers from the waist to the thighs or just below.
*skirts: a bottom clothes which hang from the waist and cover all or part of the legs. There are many types of skirts such as pencil, maxi, and miniskirts.

Here is a summary of selected women's footwear:

*ballet flats: flat shoes shaped like ballet shoes.
*espadrilles: casual and flat short-heeled shoes or high-heeled shoes originating in the Pyrenees.
*flats: thin heels or no heels.
*heels: shoes which elevate the heel of the wearer's foot significantly higher than the toes. Types include stilettos, wedges, and pumps.
*loafers: slip-on shoes with a moccasin top and wide.
*mules: backless and often closed-toed.
*oxfords: leather shoes with a low heel.
*wedges: solid heel from the back to the middle or front to provide stability.

Here is a summary of selected women's underwear:

*bikini: a style of panties with moderate coverage and low-rise.
*boyshort: a style of panties with a low waist and cover the hips.
*bra: an undergarment which supports the breasts. Bras are made in many styles such as sports, push-up, and balconette.
*briefs: a style of panties with full coverage. In other words, "granny panties."
*bustier: a form-fitting garment to push up the bust and shape the waist.
*camisole: sleeveless undergarment which covers the top part of the body worn under sheer tops. Can be worn as sleepwear.
*chemise: loose and sleeveless worn as sleepwear or lingerie.
*corset: a tight undergarment to cinch the waist and give the body an hourglass shape.
*garter belt: a belt worn around the waist to hold up stockings.
*G-string: a style of panties like thongs with minimum overall coverage.
*panties: underwear.
*slips: a thin, often silky garment worn under dresses or skirts to prevent them from clinging to the body or to add a layer of modesty. Helps dresses hang smoothly.
*teddy: a one-piece garment that combines the features of a camisole and panties.
*thong: a style of panties with minimal back coverage and reduced visible panty lines.

Sources including from pics for which there's no source: Women's Clothes Vocabulary from Promova and Women's Clothes and Accessories Items Names in English from Ilmish.

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