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Skirts & dresses

Either a tubular shaped garment that hangs from the waist ( skirt), or a skirt with an attached bodice that is usually worn by females (dress).

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Skirts & dresses

tea length

Apparel; Skirts & dresses

A dress or gown that extends to the end of the shin.

kilt

Apparel; Skirts & dresses

A one piece garment from Scotland made from tartan or plaid cloth.

knee-length

Apparel; Skirts & dresses

Refers to a dress or skirt that falls on or about the knees.

knife-pleat

Apparel; Skirts & dresses

Very narrow pleats pressed to form regular sharp pleats to skirts and dresses. Particularly popular from the 1920s to the 1950s.

little black dress (LBD)

Apparel; Skirts & dresses

An evening or cocktail dress that is simple, yet elegant. It is meant to be a staple of the wardrobe that can be dressed up or down. The dress should be as simple as possible so it can still be worn ...

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