Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary) - Clothing & Fashion

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Cambridge English: PET (B1 Preliminary)
to suit [verb]

(of clothes, a color, hairstyle, etc.) to look good on someone

Ex: Bright colors may not suit everyone , but they bring out her vibrant personality .
to fit [verb]

to be of the right size or shape for someone

Ex: The costume did n't fit properly , so they had to make alterations before the performance .
pattern [noun]

a typically repeating arrangement of shapes, colors, etc., regularly done as a design on a surface

Ex: His shirt had a bold stripe pattern that made it stand out in the crowd .
sleeve [noun]

the part of an item of clothing that completely or partly covers one's arm

Ex: The dress has no sleeves , making it perfect for summer .
checked [adjective]

having a pattern of small squares with usually two different colors

Ex: He glanced at the checked shirt hanging in his closet , debating whether to wear it for the casual outing .
striped [adjective]

having a pattern of straight parallel lines

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tight [adjective]

(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

Ex: The gloves were too tight on his hands , making it difficult to move his fingers .
loose [adjective]

(of clothes) not tight or fitting closely, often allowing freedom of movement

Ex: His watch strap was too loose , so it kept sliding down his wrist .
plain [adjective]

simple in design, without a specific pattern

Ex: His shirt was plain , without any stripes , dots , or other designs .
button [noun]

a small, round object, usually made of plastic or metal, sewn onto a piece of clothing and used for fastening two parts together

Ex: She could n't find a matching button for her coat , so she used a different one .
old-fashioned [adjective]

reflecting a traditional style or quality from the past, appreciated for its charm, simplicity, and nostalgic warmth

Ex: She admired his old-fashioned courtesy , like holding doors open and offering his seat to others .
belt [noun]

a long and narrow item that you usually wear around your waist to hold your clothes in place or to decorate your outfit

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chain [noun]

a stylish necklace made of linked metal rings that is worn around the neck as jewelry

Ex: She lost her chain during the trip and was upset about it .
collar [noun]

the part around the neck of a piece of clothing that usually turns over

Ex: He rolled up the collar of his jacket to protect himself from the chilly wind .
cotton [noun]

cloth made from the fibers of the cotton plant, naturally soft and comfortable against the skin

Ex: The durability of cotton bed sheets ensures they withstand frequent washing and maintain their quality over time .

to become closed with buttons, etc.

Ex: The tent flaps fastened tightly in preparation for the storm , ensuring that no rain would seep inside .
plastic [noun]

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

Ex: Polyethylene is a versatile plastic used in packaging , insulation , and textiles .
pullover [noun]

a warm knitted piece of clothing made of wool with long sleeves and no buttons

Ex: The store sells pullovers in different colors and styles .
silk [noun]

a type of smooth soft fabric made from the threads that silkworms produce

Ex: He gifted her a set of luxurious silk pajamas for their anniversary .
handbag [noun]

a bag that is small and used, especially by women, to carry personal items

Ex: He surprised her with a designer handbag for her birthday , which she absolutely loved .

a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory

to knit [verb]

to create clothing, fabric, etc., typically from wool or thread, using a machine or a pair of long and thin needles

Ex: The artisan carefully knitted a colorful blanket for the baby .
label [noun]

the trade name of a company that makes designer clothes

Ex: He prefers clothes from a label known for its innovative designs .
laundry [noun]

clothes, sheets, etc. that have just been washed or need washing

Ex: I should pick up my laundry from the dry cleaners .
leather [noun]

strong material made from animal skin and used for making clothes, bags, shoes, etc.

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to match [verb]

to have the same pattern, color, etc. with something else that makes a good combination

Ex: His tie and pocket square were carefully chosen to match his suit and shirt .
material [noun]

cloth or fabric used to make different items of clothing

Ex: They imported the finest material from Italy for their fashion line .

a loose and warm pair of pants and matching jacket worn casually or for doing exercise

Ex: She wore a stylish tracksuit while running errands , combining comfort with fashion .
sandal [noun]

an open shoe that fastens the sole to one's foot with straps, particularly worn when the weather is warm

Ex: The strappy gladiator sandals added a touch of bohemian flair to her outfit .

a clothing item worn beneath outer clothing by men and women that covers the lower part of their bodies

Ex: She prefers cotton underpants for everyday wear .

clothes that we wear under all the other pieces of clothing right on top of our skin

Ex: I need to buy new underwear because my old ones are worn out .
to fold [verb]

to bend something in a way that one part of it touches or covers another

Ex: Before baking , she had to fold the pastry edges to seal the delicious filling .
pants [noun]

an item of clothing that covers the lower half of our body, from our waist to our ankles, and covers each leg separately

Ex: My brother always wears a belt with his pants to keep them from falling down .
perfume [noun]

‌a liquid, typically made from flowers, that has a pleasant smell

Ex: The luxurious perfume brand was known for its high-quality ingredients .

a loose long-sleeved warm item of clothing worn casually or for exercising on the top part of our body, usually made of cotton

Ex: Sweatshirts are perfect for layering during colder months .

to become ripped over time, due to continuous use

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woolen [adjective]

made of or related to wool

Ex: He preferred woolen socks for hiking , as they kept his feet dry and warm in any weather .
fashionable [adjective]

popular and considered stylish or trendy at a particular time

Ex: That restaurant is fashionable right now , with a line of people waiting outside .