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Vocabulary for IELTS (Basic) - Clothes and Fashion

Here you will learn some English words about clothes and fashion, such as "belt", "handbag", "trainer", etc. that are needed for the IELTS exam.

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Words for Basic IELTS
belt
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

Ex: He tightened his belt before heading out for a run. 
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button
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: He carefully fastened the buttons on his shirt. 
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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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designer
designer
[noun]

a person who designs clothes as a job

Ex: He aspired to become a famous designer and enrolled in a prestigious fashion school. 
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to fit
to fit
[Verb]

to be of the right size or shape for someone

Ex: Can you try on these shoes to see if they fit? 
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handbag
handbag
[noun]

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

Ex: She carried a sleek black handbag that perfectly matched her evening dress. 
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purse
purse
[noun]

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

Ex: He found a purse on the street and returned it to its owner. 
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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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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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trainer
trainer
[noun]

someone who teaches people or animals to perform better at a particular job or skill

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baggy
baggy
[Adjective]

(of clothes) loose and not fitting the body tightly

Ex: She preferred wearing baggy jeans for comfort during long flights. 
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chain
chain
[noun]

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

Ex: A friend admired her chain and asked where she bought it. 
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costume
costume
[noun]

the popular fashion including hairstyle, clothes, etc. particular to a country or class

Ex: The museum exhibit showcased traditional costumes from various regions of the world. 
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leather
leather
[noun]

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

Ex: He decided to invest in a high-quality leather jacket that would last for years and only get better with age. 
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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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raincoat
raincoat
[noun]

a long, light coat, typically with a belt, made of water-resistant fabric that keeps us dry in the rain

Ex: She grabbed her yellow raincoat before heading out into the storm. 
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trendy
trendy
[Adjective]

influenced by the latest or popular styles

Ex: The trendy hairstyle she sported quickly became popular among her friends. 
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to unfasten

to undo or untie; to make something become loose or open

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bathrobe
bathrobe
[noun]

a long piece of clothing, made from the same material that towels are made of, worn after or before taking a shower or bath

Ex: She wrapped herself in a plush bathrobe after a relaxing bubble bath. 
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cardigan
cardigan
[noun]

a type of jacket that is made of wool, usually has a knitted design, and its front could be closed with buttons or a zipper

Ex: She layered her floral dress with a chunky knit cardigan for warmth. 
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collection

a series of new clothes designed by a fashion house for sale

Ex: The designer unveiled her latest collection at Paris Fashion Week, stunning the audience with her innovative designs. 
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fabric
fabric
[noun]

cloth that is made by weaving cotton yarn, silk, etc., which is used in making clothes

Ex: The dress was made from a luxurious silk fabric that shimmered in the light. 
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lace
lace
[noun]

a delicate cotton or silky cloth made by weaving or knitting threads in an open web-like pattern

Ex: She adorned her wedding gown with beautiful lace, giving it a timeless and elegant look. 
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tight
tight
[Adjective]

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

Ex: His shoes were too tight, and they gave him blisters. 
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loose
loose
[Adjective]

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

Ex: After losing weight, his pants became loose and he needed a smaller size. 
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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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stylish
stylish
[Adjective]

appealing in a way that is fashionable and elegant

Ex: The boutique specializes in offering stylish clothing and accessories for fashion-forward individuals. 
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striped
striped
[Adjective]

having a pattern of straight parallel lines

Ex: She wore a striped shirt with alternating lines of blue and white. 
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vest
vest
[noun]

a sleeveless piece of clothing that is worn under a jacket and over a shirt

Ex: He wore a crisp white shirt and a charcoal gray vest under his suit jacket for the wedding. 
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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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