Fashion Terminology A to Z #Skirts – Good to Refer to When Shopping

Knowing fashion terminology not only enhances your understanding of fashion but also makes it easier to find the style or design you’re looking for while shopping. Here are some fashion terms that will help you express your personal style.

👗Among the various types of skirts that vary depending on the pleats, shape, length, and silhouette, check out the most popular type.

1️⃣ flared
Flare refers to a shape that spreads out like a bellflower, and the skirt fits tightly at the waist and then gradually widens downwards in a natural manner.

2️⃣ slit
The slit is made by cutting one side of the skirt, and the position of the slit is typically placed asymmetrically on the front, back, left, or right sides, often inserted into tight skirts where movement might be restricted due to their narrow width.

3️⃣ pleats
A collective term for skirts that have pleats overall. Depending on the method of pleating, they can be expressed in both a sporty and dressy manner.

4️⃣ mermaid line
Mermaid refers to a long skirt that fits tightly around the waist, narrows down the body, and widens at the bottom like a fishtail.

5️⃣ wraparound
A skirt that wraps around the lower body by crossing both ends, providing room for width due to the crossing. Depending on the design, the upper edges can be placed at the front, back, or sides.