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Our endless assortment of officially licensed sports merchandise is continually growing and we want to keep you informed of all the styles and features of our products. Our in-depth glossary below compiles all of the most commonly used phrases and terms listed on our products to help select the item that's right for you.
A
A-Line:
A term coined by Christian Dior to define a dress, coat or top that is close at the shoulders and gently flared at the hemline, resembling the letter A in design.
A-Line Dress:
Form-fitting bodice that flares out from the waistline to a full skirt.
A-Line Skirt/Fit and Flare Skirt:
A skirt that is fitted at the waist and flares out in an A-line or tulip shape at the hem.
Allover:
An embroidered or printed fabric with a design that covers most of the surface.
Appliqué:
Stitching in which a design is created by sewing pieces of fabric (or other materials) together onto a fabric background.
B
Baby Doll:
A short nightgown whose hem terminates just below the hip. A baby doll is longer than a crop top, but shorter than a chemise.
Back Yoke:
A fitted or shaped piece at the top of a skirt or at the shoulder of various garments.
Ballerina Neckline:
A low neckline that is often paired with strapless or spaghetti-strapped dresses.
Boatneck:
A high, wide, straight neckline that runs straight across the front and back, meeting at the shoulders; it has the same depth in the front and back.
Bell Sleeve:
Long sleeve that flares at the bottom like a bell.
Bias Cut:
Cut diagonally across the grain of a fabric. Used to create garments that follow the body curves closely.
Bikini:
A brief, close-fitting two-piece bathing suit.
Bikini Panty:
Panties with full coverage in the front and back with high-cut sides.
Blazer:
A long-sleeved sports jacket with lapels.
Bohemian:
A trend that connotes a free-spirited attitude toward fashion; with feminine details, including flounces, ties, ribbons, ruffles and embroidery. Also called poetic trend, romance trend and folklore style.
Bootcut:
Refers to trousers or jeans that are cut below the belly button and flare slightly from the knees to the ankles to accommodate any type of footwear.
Box-Pleated:
Two folds of fabric brought together to form a pleat.
Boy Leg (or boy cut):
Shorts, undergarments or swimwear that have a close fitting leg that reaches to the top of the thigh.
Broomstick Dress:
A dress (or skirt) characterized by numerous pleats and crinkled material.
Burnout:
Fabric with an alternating solid and sheer design.
