Military

Friday, May 30th, 2014

A style of clothing or accessories for men and women that borrow from military inspirations such as epaulettes, army green, field coats, camouflage and the like.

Diamond Shape (aka ‘Cut’)

Saturday, August 31st, 2013

The shape of a diamond traditionally used in an engagement ring setting.

Motorcycle (Moto) Boot

Saturday, August 31st, 2013

A fashion boot styled after men’s boots that were designed to protect the driver when driving a motorcycle. These boots typically have a low chunky heel, are made from a thicker leather or suede and are adorned with o-rings or buckles.

PVC

Wednesday, May 8th, 2013

Polyvinyl chloride, commonly abbreviated as PVC, is the third-most widely produced plastic. It can be made softer and more flexible by the addition of plasticizers, the most widely used being phthalates – it is in this form that it is used in clothing.

Wingtips

Sunday, March 20th, 2011
Wingtip shoes feature a toe cap that comes to a point in the center, and spreads out toward the sides of the shoes, in a shape that somewhat resembles wings. This part of the shoe is sometimes perforated with small holes around the edges.

Intarsia

Saturday, February 19th, 2011

A knitted design resembling a mosaic that is visible on both sides of a fabric.

Color Blocking

Saturday, February 19th, 2011

Usually three or more distinctively different colors separated by shapes or geometric areas on a garment or accessory.

Chalk Stripe

Saturday, February 19th, 2011

A stripe in a parallel formation in suiting fabric which is wider and more muted than a pinstripe.

Embroidery

Sunday, February 6th, 2011

Embroidery is an ancient variety of decorative needlework in which designs and pictures are created by stitching strands of some material on to a layer of another material. Most embroidery uses thread or wool stitched onto a woven fabric. Embroidery very often takes on a boho or ethnic vibe.

Field Coat

Sunday, February 6th, 2011

Originally designed for hunting and is typically constructed from cotton canvas and has underarm gussets for ease of movement as well as multiple pockets. Stylized versions are now available from a host of designers.