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  1. afghan
    a blanket knitted or crocheted in strips or squares
  2. ascot
    a tie with wide square ends
    Elsewhere, Gates is preoccupied with the ascot, a species of men’s neckwear that often signifies luxury and leisure. Los Angeles Times (Oct 14, 2019)
  3. bangle
    jewelry worn around the wrist for decoration
    “I’m surprised it’s only 30 years,” Ms. Karan said, wearing a billowing black halter top, one brass earring and four chunky wood bangles. New York Times (Sep 10, 2019)
  4. bauble
    cheap showy jewelry or ornament
    Play dress-up in the vintage duds — there’s lots to try on for both men and women — and model some baubles and beads. Washington Post (Mar 20, 2019)
  5. bedraggled
    limp, untidy, and soiled
  6. bespoke
    custom-made
  7. brooch
    a decorative pin
    This week, Henry wore a spider brooch in solidarity with Helena. The Guardian (Oct 2, 2019)
  8. calico
    coarse cloth with a bright print
    "The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office says members of the San Jose Fire Department lifted the heavy metal grating on the drain and a deputy jumped down to rescue the orange and white calico." – Washington Times (May 21, 2019)
  9. canvas
    a heavy, closely woven fabric
    "He befriended Willem de Kooning, the abstract expressionist painter, and admired his concept of art as a spontaneous creation, a confrontation with the canvas." – Slate (Sep 11, 2019)
  10. chiffon
    a sheer fabric of silk or rayon
    "Tweed, velvet, wool crepe mixed with lace and chiffon to provide the material." – Washington Times (July 2, 2019)
  11. clog
    footwear usually with wooden soles
    Some accompanying the animals wear traditional clothing, including clogs, for the festivities. BBC (Oct 20, 2019)
  12. clutch
    a woman's strapless purse that is carried in the hand
    The Versace clutch didn’t prevent him from playing with the sheer black panels of his cape from Kaftan Studio. Los Angeles Times (Sep 23, 2019)
  13. corduroys
    trousers made of cotton fabric with vertical ribs
  14. corsage
    an arrangement of flowers that is usually given as a present
  15. cravat
    a scarf or band of cloth worn around the neck
    Lindy Hemming deserves a Best Costume Design nomination for Hugh Grant’s amazing selection of cravats alone. Salon (Nov 29, 2018)
  16. crimson
    a deep and vivid red color
  17. cufflink
    jewelry consisting of one of a pair of linked buttons used to fasten the cuffs of a shirt
  18. cummerbund
    a broad pleated sash worn at the waist with a tuxedo
  19. diadem
    an ornamental jeweled headdress signifying sovereignty
  20. dungaree
    a coarse durable cotton fabric used to make jeans
    "But, as was his wont, it is not all sensible: dungarees may be comfortable, but they’re not ideal for a train bathroom." – The Guardian (Aug 14, 2019)
  21. frock
    a one-piece garment for a woman; has skirt and bodice
    "The chief bridesmaid lost weight ahead of the wedding, and the frock was too big – seemingly leaving her with just one option." – Fox News (Sep 3, 2019)
  22. garb
    clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion
    In flashbacks, viewers then see the officer—now in military garb—salute a flag-draped coffin, and then as a teenage football player place his hand over his heart during the national anthem. – Slate (Sep 11, 2019)
  23. hosiery
    socks, stockings, and tights collectively
  24. lace
    a delicate decorative fabric woven in an open web
  25. lapel
    a fold of fabric below the collar of a coat or jacket
  26. linen
    a fabric woven with fibers from the flax plant
    "For your first day as an intern at Spy magazine, you wore a linen suit with spectator shoes." – New York Times (Sep 1, 2019)
  27. loafer
    a low leather shoe with no laces
  28. macintosh
    a waterproof raincoat made of rubberized fabric
  29. moccasin
    soft leather shoe; originally worn by Native Americans
  30. muslin
    plain-woven cotton fabric
    "Place a handful of porridge oats in a muslin square, add a few dried lavender flowers or rose petals and tie into a bag." – The Guardian (July 14, 2019)
  31. pantaloon
    trousers worn in former times
  32. parasol
    a handheld collapsible source of shade
    “The parasol is the umbrella’s daughter,/ And associates with the fan,” wrote Emily Dickinson. Slate
  33. pinafore
    a sleeveless dress resembling an apron
  34. pleat
    a fold in a garment or piece of fabric
  35. sequin
    a small disk of shiny material used to decorate clothing
  36. smock
    a loose coverall that protects the clothes
    "The collection was soon full of smocks, aprons, and long skirts layered over wide-legged pants." – The New Yorker (Sep 2, 2019)
  37. spectacles
    eyeglasses
    As he put on his spectacles, he was quite pleased at the prospect of a whole winter of reading travel books, with no work to interrupt him. Mr. Popper's Penguins
  38. tailcoat
    formalwear consisting of full evening dress for men
  39. tartan
    a crisscross design or a cloth having such a design
  40. tricorn
    cocked hat with the brim turned up to form three points
  41. tulle
    a fine fabric net used for veils, tutus, or gowns
  42. tunic
    loose fitting cloak or blouse extending to the hips or knees
    "The bride’s ensemble is matched to her husband’s tunic and pants set, along with his agbada draping and fila hat." – New York Times (Aug 20, 2019)
  43. veil
    a garment that covers the head and face
    Known as Italy's "ghost" politician, Piera Aiello ran for office with her face covered by a veil due to threats from the mafia. BBC (Oct 16, 2019)
  44. waistcoat
    a sleeveless garment worn under a jacket and over a shirt
  45. Wellington boot
    (19th century) a man's high tasseled boot
Created on Mon Jun 27 03:02:24 EDT 2022 (updated Sat Mar 02 14:30:43 EST 2024)

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