New encyclopedia of fashion details
What a fascinating topic! Here's a comprehensive list of fashion details that you might find useful:
Clothing
- Collar styles: Pointed, rounded, spread, detachable, Peter Pan, and more.
- Cuffs: Buttoned, buttonhole, French, and more.
- Sleeve lengths: Short, long, cap, bell, and more.
- Necklines: Crew, V-neck, scoop, asymmetrical, and more.
- Hemlines: Above the knee, midi, maxi, and more.
- Pockets: Side, front, back, and more.
- Fasteners: Buttons, zippers, hooks and eyes, and more.
- Seams: French, Italian, and more.
- Lining: Satin, silk, cotton, and more.
- Interfacing: Fabric used to stabilize and shape garments.
Accessories
- Buckles: Types of buckles, such as prong, snap, and more.
- Zippers: Types of zippers, such as coil, chain, and more.
- Buttons: Types of buttons, such as shank, flat, and more.
- Earrings: Types of earrings, such as studs, drops, and more.
- Necklaces: Types of necklaces, such as chain, pendant, and more.
- Bracelets: Types of bracelets, such as bangle, cuff, and more.
- Belts: Types of belts, such as leather, fabric, and more.
- Hats: Types of hats, such as fedora, panama, and more.
- Scarves: Types of scarves, such as silk, cotton, and more.
- Shoes: Types of shoes, such as heels, flats, and more.
Fabrics
- Natural fibers: Cotton, wool, silk, and more.
- Synthetic fibers: Polyester, nylon, acrylic, and more.
- Blends: Fabrics made from a combination of natural and synthetic fibers.
- Weaves: Types of weaves, such as plain, twill, and more.
- Knits: Types of knits, such as ribbing, interlock, and more.
- Finishes: Treatments applied to fabrics, such as waterproofing, wrinkle resistance, and more.
Styling
- Draping: The way fabric hangs on the body.
- Fit: The way a garment fits the body.
- Proportion: The relationship between different parts of a garment.
- Balance: The way different elements of a garment are balanced.
- Texture: The feel and appearance of fabric.
- Color: The way color is used in a garment, including color blocking, ombre, and more.
- Pattern: The way patterns are used in a garment, including stripes, florals, and more.
- Embellishments: Decorative elements, such as sequins, beads, and more.
Historical and Cultural Significance
- Historical periods: Fashion trends and styles from different historical periods, such as the Renaissance, Victorian era, and more.
- Cultural influences: The way different cultures have influenced fashion, including African, Asian, and more.
- Social and economic factors: The way social and economic factors have influenced fashion, including class, gender, and more.
- Famous designers: The contributions of famous designers, such as Coco Chanel, Christian Dior, and more.
- Fashion movements: The way fashion has been influenced by different movements, such as the Art Deco movement, the Hippie movement, and more.
This is just a starting point, and there's so much more to explore in the world of fashion details!