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Clothes and Fashion - Nouns Relating to Clothing

Here you will learn some English nouns relating to clothing such as "attire", "label" and "personal effects".

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haberdashery

items of clothing and accessories for men

Ex: The haberdashery displayed an array of men's accessories, including ties, pocket squares, and cufflinks, adding a touch of sophistication to any ensemble. 
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ladder
ladder
[noun]

a long row of torn fabric in tights or stockings

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pleat
pleat
[noun]

a kind of fold in a piece of cloth that is doubled over on itself and fixed in its place

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finery
finery
[noun]

expensive or showy clothes and accessories, especially those worn on special occasions

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fit
fit
[noun]

the way in which something conforms, suits, or occupies a space

Ex: The fit of the dress was perfect. 
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rainwear
rainwear
[noun]

clothes made of waterproof material, keeping us dry in the rain

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loungewear

a type of comfortable clothing suitable for relaxing or lounging at home

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leisurewear

casual clothing designed to be worn while relaxing or playing sports

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nightwear
nightwear
[noun]

pieces of clothing designed to be worn in bed

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womenswear

clothing for women

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footwear
footwear
[noun]

things worn on the feet, such as shoes, boots, etc.

Ex: The store had a wide selection of footwear, ranging from athletic sneakers to elegant heels. 
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menswear
menswear
[noun]

clothing for men

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swimwear
swimwear
[noun]

clothing items designed to be worn while swimming

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sportswear

the outfit worn outside casually or for sport activities

Ex: She bought new sportswear for her gym sessions. 
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outerwear
outerwear
[noun]

items worn over other clothes, particularly when we are outdoors, such as jackets and coats

Ex: She bought new outerwear for the winter season. 
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underwear
underwear
[noun]

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

Ex: He accidentally put his underwear on inside out. 
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attire
attire
[noun]

the clothes that someone is wearing for a special occasion

Ex: The wedding invitation requested that all guests wear formal attire to the ceremony. 
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coordinates

a set of two or more items of clothing that are designed to be worn together and match in color, pattern, or style

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chic
chic
[noun]

the quality of being elegant by style

Ex: Her chic was evident in every outfit she wore, always looking effortlessly fashionable. 
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cut
cut
[noun]

the way a garment is cut, giving it a particular style

Ex: The designer's signature style is evident in the clean lines and precise cut of each garment. 
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hosiery
hosiery
[noun]

a category of clothing items made from stretchy fabric, such as socks, stockings, tights, and leggings, worn on the legs and feet

Ex: She bought a pair of sheer hosiery for the evening event. 
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accessory
accessory
[noun]

an item, such as a bag, hat, piece of jewelry, etc., that is worn or carried because it makes an outfit more beautiful or attractive

Ex: A belt can be both a practical and stylish accessory for jeans or dresses. 
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wardrobe
wardrobe
[noun]

all of the clothes that someone owns

Ex: She decided to organize her wardrobe, sorting her clothes by season and color. 
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wear
wear
[noun]

a piece of clothing for a particular event or purpose

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personal effects

a person's belongings such as jewelry, clothing, etc.

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clothes
clothes
[noun]

the things we wear to cover our body, such as pants, shirts, and jackets

Ex: He always wears comfortable clothes when he goes for a run. 
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clothing
clothing
[noun]

the items that we wear, particularly a specific type of items

Ex: Some cultures have traditional clothing that holds significant cultural value. 
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garment
garment
[noun]

an item of clothing that is worn on the body, including various types of clothing such as shirts, pants, dresses, etc.

Ex: The designer created a stunning garment that was the highlight of the fashion show. 
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disguise
disguise
[noun]

any item that is worn to change or alter the appearance or to hide someone's identity

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pair
pair
[noun]

a set of two matching items that are designed to be used together or regarded as one

Ex: She bought a new pair of earrings to match her evening gown. 
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size
size
[noun]

one of the standard measures according to which clothes and other goods are made or sold

Ex: She bought a dress online and chose the size that matched her measurements. 
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rack
rack
[noun]

a support or stand for presenting or exhibiting items for sale or display

Ex: Magazines were stacked on the newsstand rack. 
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apparel
apparel
[noun]

clothes, used particularly when being sold

Ex: The boutique offered a wide selection of high-quality apparel for men and women. 
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material
material
[noun]

cloth or fabric used to make different items of clothing

Ex: She chose a soft, silky material for her new dress. 
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pattern
pattern
[noun]

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

Ex: The wallpaper had a beautiful floral pattern that added elegance to the room. 
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flare
flare
[noun]

a shape that slightly widens toward the bottom

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body piercing

a hole made in a part of the body in order to insert a ring, stud ,etc. for ornamentation

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jewelry
jewelry
[noun]

objects such as necklaces, bracelets or rings, typically made from precious metals such as gold and silver, that we wear as decoration

Ex: He bought a lovely piece of jewelry for his mother's birthday. 
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precious stone

a valuable stone that is cut and polished to be used in jewelry making

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precious metal

a rare, naturally occurring metallic chemical element that has high economic value such as gold and silver

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denim
denim
[noun]

(plural) jeans or other clothing made of denim

Ex: She slipped into her favorite pair of denim jeans before heading out for a casual evening with friends. 
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rag
rag
[noun]

a small piece of cloth or paper used for cleaning

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plain clothes

clothing worn by police officers or agents that does not show they are law enforcement

Ex: The officer was working in plain clothes at the event. 
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work clothes

clothing specifically designed to be worn while performing manual labor or other physical work

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fashion
fashion
[noun]

the styles and trends of clothing, accessories, makeup, and other items that are popular in a certain time and place

Ex: Fashion trends can vary greatly depending on the region and culture. 
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outfit
outfit
[noun]

a set of clothes that one wears together, especially for an event or occasion

Ex: She carefully selected her outfit for the interview, wanting to make a good impression. 
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headgear
headgear
[noun]

any item of clothing that covers the head, such as a hat, helmet, etc.

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petite
petite
[noun]

the clothing designed for women who are 5'3" (160 cm) or shorter

Ex: The boutique offers a great selection of petites for those who are shorter. 
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headdress
headdress
[noun]

a decorative covering worn on the head, typically worn as a symbol of status or cultural significance

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label
label
[noun]

the trade name of a company that makes designer clothes

Ex: She always dreams of wearing dresses from her favorite fashion label. 
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slip-on
slip-on
[noun]

a type of shoe that can be easily put on without requiring laces or buckles

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widow's weeds

mourning clothes worn by a widow, typically consisting of black garments and accessories

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white tie
white tie
[noun]

a type of formal dress code for evening events, which includes a black tailcoat jacket, black pants, a white wing-collared shirt, a white bow tie, and black patent leather shoes

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uniform
uniform
[noun]

the special set of clothes that all members of an organization or a group wear at work, or children wear at a particular school

Ex: The employees at the hotel wear a professional uniform. 
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neckwear
neckwear
[noun]

any decorative item worn around the neck, such as ties, scarves, or necklaces

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knitwear
knitwear
[noun]

clothing items made by interlocking yarn using knitting techniques such as sweaters, cardigans, and scarves

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beachwear
beachwear
[noun]

clothing and accessories worn for activities on or near the beach

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bottom
bottom
[noun]

any item of clothing designed to be worn on the lower part of the body

Ex: She packed her favorite bikini bottom for the beach trip. 
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