Fashion Design Terminology

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Fashion is:

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The current acceptable style.

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Accessories are:

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Articles added to complete or enhance an outfit.

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The definition of avant-garde is:

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Daring designs that are unconventional and startling.

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A classic item of clothing:

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Will be in fashion over an extended period of time.

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A fad or craze is:

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Is a temporary, passing fashion.

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The fashion cycle is:

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The introduction, rise, peak, and decline of a garment.

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A garment is:

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Any article of clothing.

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Haute couture:

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Is the finest of dress making – one of kind designs.

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Ready to wear:

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Is clothing that is mass produced in standard sizes.

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Tailored clothing is

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Made by cutting pieces of fabric and then sewing them together to fit the body.