¾ Sleeve: A sleeve that comes to midway on the forearm.

A-line skirt: A skirt that is fitted at the waist and flares to create an "A" shape.

Appliquè: Decoration or ornament applied to a larger piece
of fabric.

Argyle: A design with two or three colors knit into an arrangement of diamond shapes.

Ballerina neckline: Low neckline, usually on strapless or cami-strap dresses.

Bandeau (tube) top: A band of fabric that covers the torso.

Basque waist: A dropped waistline that starts at or just beneath the natural waistline, dipping in the center to create a V shape.

Bateau neck (boatneck): A high and wide neckline that runs straight across the front and back to meet at the shoulders.

Bell sleeve: A flared sleeve; shaped much like a bell.

Blazer: A sport or dress jacket, often with a notched collar, lapels and pockets.

Boatneck (bateau neck): A high and wide neckline that runs straight across the front and back to meet at the shoulders.

Bolero jacket: A loose, waist-length jacket with an open front.

Boned bodice (corset top): A form-fitting, often strapless bodice shaped with boning and featuring either laces or snap closures.

Boot cut: A straight cut or slightly flared (from the knee) pant leg to accommodate a boot.

Box pleat: A pleat formed by two folds of fabric.

Boy leg: Women's shorts, underwear or swimwear with a fitted leg that reaches up to halfway down the thigh.

Butterfly collar: A pointed collar that is flat, but can be brought up.

Byron collar: A pointed collar.

Camisole: A short, sleeveless garment, usually featuring thin shoulder straps.

Cami-straps: Thin shoulder straps on a dress or tank top.

Capri pant: Pants that taper to the middle or lower portion of
the calves.

Cap sleeve: A short sleeve that forms a stiff cap or short covering on the shoulder.

Cardigan: A sweater, usually without a collar, that opens the full length of the front.  

Cargo pocket: Expandable pocket with side pleats sewn onto the garment shell.

Carpenter pants: Five-pocket pants with a hammer loop.

Chemise (skimmer): A straight dress without a belt or cinched waist.

Collarette: The neck trim on a t-shirt or sweatshirt.

Column (straight or pencil) skirt: A straight-line skirt with no fullness at the hem or waistline.

Corset top (boned bodice): A form-fitting, often strapless bodice shaped with boning and featuring either laces or snap closures.

Cowl neck: A neckline with an extra piece of fabric that may be used as a hood or draped across the shoulders as a swag.

Crew neck: A round, banded neckline that fits close to the base of the neck.
       
Cropped top: A top with a hem cut just above the waist.
       
Double-breasted: One flap of the front can overlap the other half. Usually features two rows of buttons with one row of buttonholes.
      
Drape: How a fabric hangs in an article of apparel.
       
Dropped shoulders: The sleeve seam lies off the shoulder.

Dropped waist: A waistline sewn below the natural waistline.

Elastic: A cord, string or band with easily stretched rubber.

Embroidery: A design sewed directly onto a fabric.

Empire bodice: A low-cut, sometimes gathered bodice that ends just beneath the bust.

Empire waist: A waistline that begins just beneath the bust.

Extended (tuck-in) tails: A shirt with a longer back hem than front hem.

Eyelets: Small holes or perforations that allow a fabric to breathe; they're usually finished with stitching or grommets and sometimes are used as design details.

Finish: Term for processes used in creating a finished cloth, including bleaching, mercerizing, steaming and dyeing.

Fitted point sleeve: A long and narrow sleeve, tapering to a point that rests against the back of the hand.

Flat-front pants: Straight pants that are often seamless and often have no front pockets.

Full cut: A garment cut to be generous and roomy.

Gaucho: Wide-legged pants or divided skirt that reaches the middle of the calve.

Grommet: Metal, plastic or stitched hole to reinforce fabric at stress points.

Gusset: Additional fabric panel in a seam for active movement.

Halter top: A sleeveless, backless bodice with a high choker neckline.

Hand: A fabric's tactile qualities; the way it feels.

Henley: A collarless knit shirt with a button placket at the neckline.

Jewel neck: A high and round neckline that rests at the base of the neck.

Johnny collar: A knit collar that stands up.

Kangaroo pocket: A big pocket formed by sewing fabric on the garment, leaving two open ends.

Keyhole neck: A tear-shaped cutout that fastens at the front or back of the neckline.

Kimono: A wide-sleeved robe, often worn with a sash.

Maillot: A woman's one-piece swimming suit.

Mandarin (stand-up) collar: A short collar that stands up from the garment.

Mermaid skirt: Hugs the body from waist to knees, then flares dramatically.

Natural waist: A waistline that falls at the natural curve of the body.

Notch collar: A two-piece collar that is worn open.

Patch pocket: A pocket made of self material and without pleats of lining, like a shirt pocket.

Peasant top: Features a low neckline, ruffles and/or free-flowing fabric.

Pencil (column or straight) skirt: A garment style created by sewing pieces of fabric together, reminiscent of a quilt.

Pieced: Used to describe a chain or single strand of pearls or beads that is 45" to 120" long.

Raglan sleeves: Sleeves that are one piece from collar to cuff; they allow for ease of movement.

Sarong: Long skirt that wraps around the body.

Scoop neck: A low U-shaped neckline.

Sculpted hem: A softly rounded hem detail.

Self-fabric collar: A collar made from the same fabric as a garment's body.

Set-in sleeve: Sleeves that run from the shoulder to the cuff.

Shelf bra: A built-in bra.

Skimmer (chemise): A straight dress without a belt or cinched waist.

Skort: Shorts with a front flap of fabric that resembles a skirt.

Slash pockets: Pockets that are created by cutting an angled slash in the shell and attaching a suspended pouch inside.

Slim-fit pants: A pant cut that is straight from the waist to the ankle, only curving slightly around the hip.

Split neck: A neckline that is cut in the center, creating a
narrow V.

Stand-up (mandarin) collar: A short collar that stands up from the garment.

Storm flap: A fabric strip that covers the zipper or snap closure of a jacket.

Straight (column or pencil) skirt: A straight-line skirt with no fullness at the hem or waistline.

Structured cap: A cap with a front portion made from a stiff fabric that keeps its shape defined.

Surplice (wrap) dress or top: A bodice created by wrapping fabric in the front or back; usually creates a low neckline.

Tankini: A two-piece swimming suit where the top half is shaped like a tank top.

Tank top: A sleeveless top with wide armholes.

Tear-away shorts or pants: A band of fabric that covers the torso.

Tube (bandeau) top: A built-in bra.

Tubular collar: Collar knit in a seamless tube form.

Tuck-in (extended) tails: A shirt with a longer back hem than front hem.

Turtleneck: A high, turned-over collar.

V-neck: An open yoke neckline with a V shape.

Velcro: A closure material; one strip has small hooks that adhere to another strip with small loops.

Waterproof: A fabric that withstands water penetration; waterproof fabrics are generally treated with a chemical or laminate that seals the pores.

Welt: A pocket, collar or cuff treatment; it is a piece of fabric sewn on for a finished look.

Wicking: A fabric's ability to move moisture along the filament surface so it can evaporate; popular in workout attire and outdoor gear.

Wrap (surplice) dress or top: A bodice created by wrapping fabric in the front or back; usually creates a low neckline.