Fashion Glossary: A through IApparel Search fashion dictionary — letters A to I

Welcome to the Apparel Search fashion glossary — your guide to the language of the apparel & textile industries. This section covers fashion terms beginning with the letters A through I, from apparel and accessories to buttons, couture, denim, embroidery, fabrics, fasteners, garments, haberdashery, and haute couture.

Whether you are a fashion student, an industry professional, or simply curious about how the clothing business talks about itself, choose a letter below to explore hundreds of definitions. Each letter page is organized alphabetically so you can quickly find the term you need.

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