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Clothes and Fashion - Describing Clothes

Here you will learn some English words used for describing clothes in English, such as "backless", "low-cut" and "scanty".

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high-visibility
high-visibility
[Adjective]

describing brightly colored clothing made of reflective material in a way that is easily seen

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plunging
plunging
[Adjective]

(of a woman's clothing) having a deep V-shaped neckline that reveals a lot of the top and cleavage

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worn-out
worn-out
[Adjective]

very damaged or old in a way that has become unusable

Ex: The couch cushions were completely worn-out, offering little support .
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loose
loose
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The loose shirt felt comfortable on a hot summer day .
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tight
tight
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The tight collar of his shirt made him feel uncomfortable .
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backless
backless
[Adjective]

(of a woman's clothing) showing most of the back or shoulders

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low-cut
low-cut
[Adjective]

(of women's clothing) designed with a neckline that dips low at the front

Ex: The dress 's low-cut front was decorated with lace .
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clinging
clinging
[Adjective]

(of clothes) tight-fitting in a way that shows the shape of the body

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ragged
ragged
[Adjective]

(of clothes) shabby, old and in poor condition

Ex: The travelers emerged from the forest with ragged garments torn by branches .
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revealing
revealing
[Adjective]

(of a piece of clothing) displaying more of the wearer's body than usual

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scanty
scanty
[Adjective]

(of a piece of clothing) small and not covering much of the body

Ex: Critics commented on the actress’s scanty dress at the awards ceremony, calling it daring.
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scooped
scooped
[Adjective]

(of a woman's clothing) having a rounded and low-cut neckline

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see-through
see-through
[Adjective]

(particularly of clothes) so thin that light passes through and therefore one is able to see through it

Ex: The see-through panels in the dress created a modern look , blending sophistication with a hint of allure .
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skimpy
skimpy
[Adjective]

(of clothing) close-fitting, short, and exposing more of the body than typical

Ex: The beachgoers were dressed in skimpy swimsuits , enjoying the hot summer sun .
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ready-to-wear
ready-to-wear
[Adjective]

(of clothes) ready-made and provided in all sizes rather than suiting only a particular customer

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mini
mini
[Adjective]

very small, usually smaller than the standard or usual size

Ex: He collected mini figurines as a hobby , displaying them on a shelf in his room .
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midi
midi
[Adjective]

describing a dress or skirt that falls below the knee but above the ankle

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maxi
maxi
[Adjective]

extending down to the ankles or floor

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knitted
knitted
[Adjective]

describing something that has been made by interlocking loops of yarn with knitting needles

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A-line
A-line
[Adjective]

(of a skirt, dress, etc.) being narrow at top and slightly wider at the bottom

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polo-neck collar

a lifted collar that fits around the neck

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brief
brief
[Adjective]

(of clothes) short and revealing

Ex: Despite the chilly weather , some daring individuals still wore brief attire to the outdoor concert , wanting to make a fashion statement .
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flared
flared
[Adjective]

(especially of clothes) having a shape that slightly widens toward the bottom

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skinny
skinny
[Adjective]

close-fitting and very tight

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well-cut
well-cut
[Adjective]

‌(of clothes) made with care and style and therefore highly priced

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waterproof
waterproof
[Adjective]

not damaged by the water or not letting water through

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skintight
skintight
[Adjective]

(of clothes) very tight

Ex: Despite the discomfort, she loved how the skintight dress accentuated her hourglass figure, garnering compliments all evening.
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sleeveless
sleeveless
[Adjective]

(of clothes) without any sleeves

Ex: The bride chose a sleeveless gown for her outdoor wedding , allowing her to move freely and comfortably as she danced the night away .
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slinky
slinky
[Adjective]

‌(of clothing) tight or closely fitting to the body, emphasizing the contours of the wearer's body

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strapless
strapless
[Adjective]

(especially of a dress or bra) having no shoulder straps

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V-neck
V-neck
[noun]

(of a piece of clothing) having a neckline in the shape of the letter V

Ex: The V-neck style is popular in both men 's and women 's fashion , available in various materials and patterns .
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crew neck
crew neck
[noun]

a plain round neckline on a sweater or shirt that has no collar

Ex: The crew neck he wore matched perfectly with his blazer .
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short sleeve

an item of clothing with sleeves that extend from one's shoulders to one's elbows

Ex: His short sleeve was stained after the meal .
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long sleeve

a style of garment in which the sleeves extend to cover the arm from the shoulder to the wrist

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extra small

clothing or garments that are designed for individuals who require sizes beyond the standard range, typically larger or smaller than the average sizes available

Ex: She bought an extra small T-shirt because the small was too big .
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small
small
[noun]

a size or measurement that is typically smaller than average, often used to describe clothing or other physical objects

Ex: They opted for a small to fit their compact living room.
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medium
medium
[Adjective]

having a size that is not too big or too small, but rather in the middle

Ex: The painting was of medium size , filling the space on the wall nicely .
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large
large
[noun]

a size or quantity that is greater than average or standard

Ex: The large in this style is a bit snug, so you might want to try an extra-large.
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extra large

(of a size) larger than large, often used for clothing, packaging, or other items

Ex: He bought an extra large suitcase for his long vacation .
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extra extra large

clothing or garments that are designed for individuals who require sizes larger than the standard range

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one-size-fits-all

items that are designed to fit a wide range of body sizes or shapes without the need for specific sizing

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loose-fitting
loose-fitting
[Adjective]

(of clothing) large, comfortable, and not fitting the body closely

Ex: The loose-fitting robe was perfect for lounging at home .
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close-fitting
close-fitting
[Adjective]

(of clothes) fitting tightly in a way that is not annoying and shows the shape of the body

Ex: The close-fitting suit made him look sharp and professional .
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one-piece
one-piece
[Adjective]

made in a single piece without separate parts

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two-piece
two-piece
[Adjective]

consisting of two separate pieces

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tight-fitting
tight-fitting
[Adjective]

being snug and covering the body closely

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outfitted
outfitted
[Adjective]

being dressed or equipped in a particular way, typically for a specific activity or purpose

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undressed
undressed
[Adjective]

not having any clothes on

Ex: The undressed statue in the museum drew both admiration and curiosity from the visitors .
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figure-hugging
figure-hugging
[Adjective]

(of a piece of clothing) close-fitting in a way that shows the outline of a woman's figure

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unfastened
unfastened
[Adjective]

not securely fixed or closed, often suggesting openness or looseness

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bare
bare
[Adjective]

(of a part of the body) not covered by any clothing

Ex: He wore a sleeveless shirt that left his bare shoulders exposed to the sun .
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turtleneck collar

a high, close-fitting collar that covers most of the neck, often folded over and sometimes extended into a roll-neck

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three-quarter length sleeve

a sleeve that ends between the elbow and wrist, covering approximately three-quarters of the arm's length

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fringed
fringed
[Adjective]

having decorative threads or strands hanging from the edge of a garment or material

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solid
solid
[Adjective]

having a uniform color without any patterns, gradients, or mixed shades

Ex: The brand 's logo is usually printed in solid black for a sleek look .
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mid-length
mid-length
[Adjective]

neither short nor long, but falls in between in terms of length

Ex: The mid-length novel was just long enough to captivate the readers without becoming overwhelming .
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shabby
shabby
[Adjective]

worn-out or in poor condition, often indicating a lack of care or upkeep in its appearance

Ex: The shabby backpack was patched with duct tape , a testament to its long years of use .
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sleeved
sleeved
[Adjective]

describing the garments that have sleeves

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long-sleeved
long-sleeved
[Adjective]

(of an item of clothing) having sleeves that are long enough to reach one's wrist

Ex: The fashion designer introduced a new line of long-sleeved dresses that are both stylish and comfortable .
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tall
tall
[noun]

a clothing size category that is designed for people who are taller than average, typically above 6 feet or 183 centimeters in height

Ex: The online store has a special category for tall, making shopping easier for him.
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button-through
button-through
[Adjective]

(of clothing) secured with buttons in a vertical row along the entire length of the garment

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delicate
delicate
[Adjective]

fine or intricate in texture, structure, or design

Ex: The lace was delicate and detailed .
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