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Help Center | Glossary of Lingerie Related Terms
Glossary In Alphabetical Order
| A |
| Term |
Definition |
| 15 Denier |
Denier is a unit of measure that
denotes the thickness of the fiber used in a garment. 15 denier fabric is very thin and
transparent. |
| Adjustable back |
The back has more than one set of
eyelets for an adjustable fit. |
| Adjustable garters |
Adjustable (in length) elastic straps
which attach to stockings to hold them up. |
| Adjustable shoulder straps |
Shoulder straps can be shortened or
lengthened to provide the best fit. |
| Animal print |
A pattern printed onto fabric to
resemble an animal, usually a leopard or tiger. |
| Attached garter belt |
Stockings which have a garter belt
permanently attached. |
| B |
| Term |
Definition |
| Baby Doll |
A garment usually consisting of formed
cups with an attached, loose fitting skirt that falls anywhere between the belly button
and the hips. |
| Back seams |
Stockings with a seam running up the
back of the leg for those that like a more old fashioned (and sexy) look. |
| Bikini |
A low cut panty. |
| Black light glow |
Fabric glows under a blacklight. |
| Bloomers |
An old fashioned form of feminine
underwear consisting of loose fitting trousers or shorts. |
| Boa |
A long scarf made of feathers. |
| Bodice |
That portion of the garment which
covers the breasts. The upper part of a dress. |
| Bodystocking |
Snug fitting hosiery that offers
coverage from the neck or upper body down to the ankles or toes. |
| Bodysuit |
Snug fitting one piece garment similar
to a leotard. |
| Boning |
Rigid supports sewn vertically into a
bustier or corset that help to maintain a slim, shapely look about the torso. Originally
made from bone (hence it's name), but now made of plastic. |
| Boxers |
Loose fitting under shorts. |
| Brocade |
Rich oriental fabric consisting of
raised patterns, often in gold or silver. |
| Brushed back |
A material backing made from brushed
cotton often used in pajamas to give a warm, flannel feel against the skin. |
| Burnout |
Alternating patterns of sheer and
opaque fabric. |
| Bustier |
A bra that extends beneath the breasts
to the waist to provide additional support, control and sex appeal. |
| Button front |
Garment buttons/unbuttons in the front. |
| C |
| Term |
Definition |
| Camisole |
A short top usually offering little
support for the breasts. |
| Camouflage |
A fabric pattern characterized by
random patches of earth tones. While camouflage clothing is typically worn for
concealment, wearing our camouflage items in public will hardly make you less noticeable! |
| Chantilly lace |
Delicate lace made from an open,
six-sided mesh background with floral designs. |
| Charmeuse |
An opaque (i.e., not see through),
shiny fabric. |
| Cheek-a-boo |
A tongue-in-cheek (pun intended) term
we made up to describe a skirt so short that the bottom of the buttocks may peek out below
the hem line. |
| Chemise |
Short under dress or slip. |
| Chenille |
Chenille fabric used in lingerie is an
imitation of chenille yarn. The fabric has patterns of soft, protuding loops of fiber that
look and feel similar to the chenille yarn used to make sweaters, throw pillows, blankets
and other such items. |
| Chiffon |
A lightweight, sheer fabric. |
| Choker |
A snug fitting necklace. |
| Chopper bar lace |
An open net lace background that has
been embroidered with a slightly raised, shiny pattern. |
| Corsage |
A floral fashion accessory. |
| Corset |
A snug fitting garment designed to
cinch the waist and lift the breasts. Lacing in the back allows the corset to be adjusted
for comfort. |
| Criss-cross straps |
Straps which cross in the back. |
| Crochet knit |
A large, open knit pattern that
resembles crocheting. |
| Crop top |
A very short top extending to just
below the breasts. |
| Crotchless |
A convenient slit or opening in the
fabric covering the crotch area. |
| D |
| Term |
Definition |
| Demi cups |
Demi cups, or half cups, have a lower
line which reveals more of the upper breasts. |
| Dot net |
Sheer net fabric decorated with evenly
spaced opaque dots. |
| Dotted swiss |
Evenly spaced raised dots on sheer
material. |
| Drawstring waist |
A string or strip of fabric sewn into
the band which draws the waist up for a snug fit and is then tied into a bow. |
| E |
| Term |
Definition |
| Embroidery |
Decorative designs sewn into fabric by
hand or machine. |
| Eyelash lace |
Lace garment with strands at the edges
that resemble eyelashes. |
| F |
| Term |
Definition |
| Faux fur |
Man made fur (i.e., not taken from
animals) |
| Faux leather |
Imitation leather. |
| Fence Net |
A large, thin open net. |
| Fishnet |
Coarse, open mesh fabric noted for its
sex appeal. |
| Fit and Flair |
A dress style characterized by a form
fitting top which flairs out towards the hem line, often resulting in pleats (folds). |
| Flounce |
A piece of material gathered and
attached at one side, such as a large ruffle. |
| Flutter |
A panty style with a strip of fabric
around the sides that is elastic on top, but loose on the bottom. |
| French cut |
Pantyhose with sewn in decorative
panty. |
| French net |
Very coarse, six sided open mesh
fabric. |
| Fringe |
Decorative thin strips or strings,
usually hanging from the hem line. |
| G |
| Term |
Definition |
| Garter |
An elastic leg band originally designed
to hold up stockings but now just used for added sex appeal. |
| Garter Belt |
A belt worn around the waist with
straps, called garters, that clasp onto stockings to keep them from falling down. Usually
the back of the garter is adjustable to fit different waist sizes and the garter straps
can be adjusted for length. |
| Gown |
A long dress usually extending to the
ankles. |
| G-String |
A panty consisting of a triangular
patch of fabric connected with thin, elastic straps in back and around the waist
completely exposing the buttocks. |
| G-string back |
Only a thin piece of elastic is used in
the back and around the waist, exposing all of the buttocks. |
| H |
| Term |
Definition |
| Halter neck |
Garment wraps around the neck for
support and, optionally, may be tied behind the neck (halter tie) or include a clasp
(halter closure). |
| Halter top |
A short top held up at the neck usually
exposing the shoulders and upper back. |
| Hook back |
Garment closes in back with one or more
hooks. |
| Hook front |
Garment closes in front with one or
more hooks. |
| Hook side(s) |
Garment closes at the side(s) with one
or more hooks. |
| Hot Pants |
Very short pants. |
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