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Fashion Glossary: Skirt Details
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| Bodice | Gown Length | Neckline | Separates | Silhouette | Skirt Details | Sleeve Length | Sleeve Style | Train Style | Waistline |
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Accordion Pleats: Pleats have folds resembling the bellows of an accordion. The pleats are close together and the depth is equal from waist to hem. The edges of accordion pleats all face one direction. |
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Back Slit: A vertical opening at the back seam of a garment that allows for freedom of movement. |
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Box Pleat: Two folds of fabric brought together to form a pleat. |
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Bustle: A pad of tulle, down, or other type of stuffing worn under a skirt, which is attached to the back below waist level and which serves as a base over which the skirt’s material is pleated or looped. |
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Flared Skirt: A skirt that is fitted at the waist and flares out in an A-line or tulip shape at the hem. |
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Flounce: A wide ruffle around the bottom of the skirt (similar to a peasant skirt). |
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Front Slit: A vertical opening at the front of a garment, usually along the seam, that allows for freedom of movement. |
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Pannier: Draping of the skirt on the side, similar to the classic peplum look, for an elegant, old fashioned appearance. |
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Peplum: Short skirt sewn on to the bottom of a fitted bodice. |
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Side Slit: A vertical opening at the side seam of a garment that allows for freedom of movement. |
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Straight Skirt: Also referred to as a pencil skirt, this skirt is a straight line with no flare or fullness at the hem or waistline. |
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Tiered: A skirt comprised of layers of fabric of varying lengths. |
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Wrap: A skirt that has two free edges, one of which is folded and wrapped over the other. |
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| Bodice | Gown Length | Neckline | Separates | Silhouette | Skirt Details | Sleeve Length | Sleeve Style | Train Style | Waistline |
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