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Menswear Jargon

Common menswear terminology

Athleisure
Comfortable clothing inspired by sportswear.
Bespoke
Custom-made clothing tailored to an individual's specific measurements and preferences.
Cravat
A scarf-like necktie, typically formal and worn with a suit.
Houndstooth
A classic pattern of broken checks or abstract four-pointed shapes, typically in black and white.
Piqué
A fabric with a raised, patterned texture, often used in cotton shirts and dresses.
Prêt-à-porter
Ready-to-wear clothing, as opposed to haute couture or bespoke tailoring. It is mass-produced in standard sizes.
Ready-to-Wear
Mass-produced clothing in standard sizes.
Seersucker
A lightweight, puckered fabric, usually made from cotton, with alternating smooth and rough stripes.
Tailoring
Altering clothing to fit an individual's body perfectly.
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