| 15 Denier |
Denier is a unit of measure that denotes the thickness of the fiber used in a garment. 15 denier fabric is very thin and transparent. |
| Adjustable back |
The back has more than one set of eyelets for an adjustable fit. |
| Adjustable garters |
Adjustable (in length) elastic straps which attach to stockings to hold them up. |
| Adjustable shoulder straps |
Shoulder straps can be shortened or lengthened to provide the best fit. |
| Animal print |
A pattern printed onto fabric to resemble an animal, usually a leopard or tiger. |
| Attached garter belt |
Stockings which have a garter belt permanently attached. |
| Baby Doll |
A garment usually consisting of formed cups with an attached, loose fitting skirt that falls anywhere between the belly button and the hips. |
| Back seams |
Stockings with a seam running up the back of the leg for those that like a more old fashioned (and sexy) look. |
| Bikini |
A low cut panty. |
| Black light glow |
Fabric glows under a blacklight. |
| Bloomers |
An old fashioned form of feminine underwear consisting of loose fitting trousers or shorts. |
| Boa |
A long scarf made of feathers. |
| Bodice |
That portion of the garment which covers the breasts. The upper part of a dress. |
| Bodystocking |
Snug fitting hosiery that offers coverage from the neck or upper body down to the ankles or toes. |
| Bodysuit |
Snug fitting one piece garment similar to a leotard. |
| Boning |
Rigid supports sewn vertically into a bustier or corset that help to maintain a slim, shapely look about the torso. Originally made from bone (hence it's name), but now made of plastic. |
| Boxers |
Loose fitting under shorts. |
| Brocade |
Rich oriental fabric consisting of raised patterns, often in gold or silver. |
| Brushed back |
A material backing made from brushed cotton often used in pajamas to give a warm, flannel feel against the skin. |
| Burnout |
Alternating patterns of sheer and opaque fabric. |
| Bustier |
A bra that extends beneath the breasts to the waist to provide additional support, control and sex appeal. |
| Button front |
Garment buttons/unbuttons in the front. |
| Attached garter belt |
Stockings which have a garter belt permanently attached. |
| Camisole |
A short top usually offering little support for the breasts. |
| Camouflage |
A fabric pattern characterized by random patches of earth tones. While camouflage clothing is typically worn for concealment, wearing our camouflage items in public will hardly make you less noticeable! |
| Chantilly lace |
Delicate lace made from an open, six-sided mesh background with floral designs. |
| Charmeuse |
An opaque (i.e., not see through), shiny fabric. |
| Cheek-a-boo |
A tongue-in-cheek (pun intended) term we made up to describe a skirt so short that the bottom of the buttocks may peek out below the hem line. |
| Chemise |
Short under dress or slip. |
| Chenille |
Chenille fabric used in lingerie is an imitation of chenille yarn. The fabric has patterns of soft, protuding loops of fiber that look and feel similar to the chenille yarn used to make sweaters, throw pillows, blankets and other such items. |
| Chiffon |
A lightweight, sheer fabric. |
| Choker |
A snug fitting necklace. |
| Chopper bar lace |
An open net lace background that has been embroidered with a slightly raised, shiny pattern. |
| Corsage |
A floral fashion accessory. |
| Corset |
A snug fitting garment designed to cinch the waist and lift the breasts. Lacing in the back allows the corset to be adjusted for comfort. |
| Criss-cross straps |
Straps which cross in the back. |
| Crochet knit |
A large, open knit pattern that resembles crocheting. |
| Crop top |
A very short top extending to just below the breasts. |
| Crotchless |
A convenient slit or opening in the fabric covering the crotch area. |
| Demi cups |
Demi cups, or half cups, have a lower line which reveals more of the upper breasts. |
| Dot net |
Sheer net fabric decorated with evenly spaced opaque dots. |
| Dotted swiss |
Evenly spaced raised dots on sheer material. |
| Drawstring waist |
A string or strip of fabric sewn into the band which draws the waist up for a snug fit and is then tied into a bow. |
| Embroidery |
Decorative designs sewn into fabric by hand or machine. |
| Eyelash lace |
Lace garment with strands at the edges that resemble eyelashes. |
| Faux fur |
Man made fur (i.e., not taken from animals) |
| Faux leather |
Imitation leather. |
| Fence Net |
A large, thin open net. |
| Fishnet |
Coarse, open mesh fabric noted for its sex appeal. |
| Fit and Flair |
A dress style characterized by a form fitting top which flairs out towards the hem line, often resulting in pleats (folds). |
| Flounce |
A piece of material gathered and attached at one side, such as a large ruffle. |
| Flutter |
A panty style with a strip of fabric around the sides that is elastic on top, but loose on the bottom. |
| French cut |
Pantyhose with sewn in decorative panty. |
| French net |
Very coarse, six sided open mesh fabric. |
| Fringe |
Decorative thin strips or strings, usually hanging from the hem line. |
