# Sewing and fashion glossary

> Plain-language definitions of sewing, tailoring and fashion terms.

Source: https://prernaas.shop/glossary

- [Aari Work](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/aari-work.md): Aari work is a type of hooked-needle embroidery that creates chain-stitch designs with thread, beads and sequins.
- [Anarkali](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/anarkali.md): An Anarkali is a long dress with a fitted bodice and a full, flared skirt that falls from the bust or waist.
- [Armhole](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/armhole.md): The armhole is the opening in a garment where the sleeve is attached, also called the armscye.
- [Ball Gown](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/ball-gown.md): A ball gown is a formal gown with a fitted bodice and a very full skirt.
- [Basting](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/basting.md): Basting is long temporary stitching used to hold fabric in place before final sewing or during a fitting.
- [Bias](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/bias.md): The bias is the diagonal direction of a woven fabric, at 45 degrees to the threads, where the fabric stretches the most.
- [Boning](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/boning.md): Boning is thin flexible strips, made of plastic or steel, sewn into a garment to hold its shape and give support.
- [Brocade](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/brocade.md): Brocade is a heavy woven fabric with raised patterns, often in metallic thread, used for festive and bridal wear.
- [Can-Can](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/can-can.md): A can-can is a stiff layered underskirt, usually made of net, that gives a skirt its volume.
- [Corset](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/corset.md): A corset is a structured, boned bodice that shapes and supports the torso, now worn as a fashion top or dress.
- [Cut Dana](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/cut-dana.md): Cut dana is a small, faceted glass or metal bead used in embroidery to add sparkle.
- [Dart](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/dart.md): A dart is a folded and stitched wedge of fabric that shapes a flat piece of cloth around the curves of the body.
- [Dori](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/dori.md): A dori is a cord or string, often finished with tassels or beads, used to tie the back of a blouse.
- [Ease](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/ease.md): Ease is the extra room built into a garment beyond your body measurements so you can move and breathe.
- [Facing](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/facing.md): A facing is a shaped piece of fabric stitched inside an edge, such as a neckline, to finish and support it.
- [Georgette](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/georgette.md): Georgette is a light, slightly crinkled, sheer fabric that drapes softly and is used for sarees, blouses and dresses.
- [Grain Line](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/grain-line.md): The grain line is the direction of the lengthwise threads in a fabric, parallel to the selvedge.
- [Gusset](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/gusset.md): A gusset is a small piece of fabric inserted at a seam, such as under the arm, to give extra room and ease of movement.
- [Hem](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/hem.md): A hem is the folded and stitched finished edge at the bottom of a garment or sleeve.
- [Interfacing](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/interfacing.md): Interfacing is a layer of fabric, often fusible, placed inside a garment to add stiffness and structure.
- [Lehenga](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/lehenga.md): A lehenga is a long, full, flared skirt worn with a blouse and dupatta, common at weddings and festivals.
- [Lining](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/lining.md): Lining is a second layer of fabric inside a garment that hides seams, adds comfort and stops sheer fabrics from showing through.
- [Made to Measure](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/made-to-measure.md): Made to measure means a garment is cut and stitched to your own body measurements, rather than a standard size.
- [Mermaid Gown](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/mermaid-gown.md): A mermaid gown is fitted through the body and hips, then flares out dramatically from around the knee.
- [Net Fabric](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/net-fabric.md): Net is a sheer, open-weave fabric made like a mesh, used for sleeves, overlays, sarees and blouses.
- [Organza](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/organza.md): Organza is a crisp, sheer, lightweight fabric that holds a shape, used for sleeves, overlays and skirts.
- [Petticoat](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/petticoat.md): A petticoat is an underskirt worn beneath a saree to hold the pleats and give the drape a smooth line.
- [Placket](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/placket.md): A placket is a finished opening in a garment, usually with a fastening such as hooks, buttons or a zip.
- [Pleat](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/pleat.md): A pleat is a fold in fabric that is pressed or stitched in place to add shape or controlled fullness.
- [Princess Cut](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/princess-cut.md): A princess cut is a style of shaping that uses long curved seams from the shoulder or armhole down to the hem, instead of darts.
- [Raw Silk](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/raw-silk.md): Raw silk is a textured silk fabric with a slightly rough surface, used for blouses, suits and lehengas.
- [Satin](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/satin.md): Satin is a smooth, glossy fabric with a shiny face, used for evening dresses, gowns and blouses.
- [Seam Allowance](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/seam-allowance.md): Seam allowance is the extra fabric between the stitching line and the cut edge of a garment.
- [Selvedge](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/selvedge.md): The selvedge is the finished edge along the length of a woven fabric that stops it from fraying.
- [Sequin Work](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/sequin-work.md): Sequin work is decoration made by stitching small shiny discs, called sequins, onto fabric in patterns.
- [Sleeve Cap](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/sleeve-cap.md): The sleeve cap is the curved top of a sleeve that fits into the armhole.
- [Trial Fitting](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/trial-fitting.md): A trial fitting is a session where you try on a partly finished garment so adjustments can be made before it is completed.
- [Tulle](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/tulle.md): Tulle is a fine, lightweight net with small hexagonal holes, used for gown skirts, veils and underskirts.
- [Velvet](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/velvet.md): Velvet is a soft, dense fabric with a short pile on one side, used for winter and festive wear.
- [Zardozi](https://prernaas.shop/glossary/zardozi.md): Zardozi is a traditional embroidery that uses metallic thread, wire, beads and stones to create rich, raised designs.