Fashion Glossary
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Discover interesting facts about fabrics, materials, patterns, and cuts. Learn what goes into your favorite looks, how to properly care for different materials, and what unique features distinguish them.
Fabrics, Patterns & Co. – Discover the World Behind Your Look
From flowing viscose and soft lyocell to natural cotton and warm virgin wool: materials not only make a look visually special, but also determine how fashion feels.
In our fashion lexicon, you can learn more about fabrics, patterns, colors, and the most important terms from the world of fashion – concisely explained and with many tips for your personal style.
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Tips for sustainable clothing care
Every decision for conscious clothing care is a small contribution to environmental protection. Today more than ever, cleaning clothes means: conserving resources, focusing on quality, repairing instead of disposing, and valuing each item. Airing instead of washing, mild eco-friendly detergents, low temperatures: those who care for their clothes protect fibers, save energy, and preserve the environment. It's better to air-dry delicate items instead of using a dryer, as this maintains shape and color. And if something breaks? No problem! A button is quickly sewn on, a tear easily mended. Storage also matters: kept clean, dry, and airy, your clothes will stay beautiful for a long time. Sustainability doesn't begin with a new purchase, but with the loving care of what is already there.
Natural Fibres
Cotton
Soft, breathable, and comfortable on the skin. Ideal for blouses, shirts, dresses, and lightweight trousers.
For women who like it natural, uncomplicated, and comfortable. Ideal for a relaxed, everyday style.
Viscose
Soft, flowing, and comfortable to wear. Especially beautiful for blouses, dresses, skirts, and flowing trousers.
For women who love feminine, flowing looks and value a soft, light drape. Especially beautiful for elegant and feminine outfits.
Wool / Virgin wool
Warming, temperature-regulating, and moisture-balancing. Ideal for sweaters, cardigans, coats, and warm winter clothing.
For women who value warmth, comfort, and high-quality materials. Perfect for stylish winter looks and classic outfits.
Other fiber types
Polyester
Durable, dimensionally stable, and easy-care. Ideal for blouses, dresses, skirts, and jackets – especially for easy-care styles.
For women who prefer easy-care, versatile clothing and are looking for uncomplicated styles for everyday wear. Ideal for looks that require little effort.
Lyocell
Particularly soft, flowing, and breathable. Perfect for blouses, dresses, skirts, and lightweight trousers with a beautiful drape.
For women who love lightness, softness, and a flowing look. Especially suitable for feminine, modern, and casually elegant outfits.
Polyamide
Lightweight, robust, and very tear-resistant. Especially suitable for jackets, coats, functional styles, and garments that need to be particularly durable.
For women who are looking for lightweight, robust, and durable clothing. Especially interesting for active women and styles that endure a lot in everyday life.
Pay Attention to Care Instructions
Before washing: Always take a look at the label. There you will find important information about the ideal washing temperature, the type of drying, or the ironing setting.
These small symbols help with proper care and reliably protect your clothes from unpleasant surprises.
Patterns & Prints – from classic to expressive.
Graphic
Clear. Modern. Expressive.
Graphic patterns add structure and excitement to a look. Clean lines, geometric shapes, or high-contrast areas appear modern and confident.
Perfect for women who love clear, modern looks and enjoy making a statement with their clothing. Especially beautiful for blouses, dresses, skirts, or jackets.
Styling tip: Graphic prints appear particularly harmonious when combined with calm, solid-colored basics.
Flowers
Feminine. Lively. Timeless.
Floral patterns bring color and lightness to a look. Depending on their size and design, they can appear romantic, elegant, or modern.
Perfect for women who love feminine looks and enjoy playing with color and patterns. Large blossoms make a statement, while smaller floral prints appear more subtle and playful.
Especially beautiful for: blouses, dresses, skirts, and light jackets.
Paisley
Classic. Elegant. Full of character.
The paisley pattern is one of the timeless classics, combining floral elements with a decorative, often elaborate shape. It lends outfits a special and individual touch.
Suits women who want to combine classic elegance with a touch of extravagance. Paisley is particularly suitable for feminine and stylish looks.
Especially beautiful for: blouses, dresses, skirts, and scarves.
Prints with personality – from animal print to checks.
Animal print
Confident. Expressive. Timeless.
Animal prints like leopard, zebra, or snake add character and a modern, confident touch to any look. Depending on the color scheme, the pattern can appear elegant, casual, or particularly striking.
Perfect for women who love to make a statement and add a special touch to their look. Animal print looks especially chic when combined with calm, solid-colored styles.
Especially beautiful for: blouses, dresses, skirts, jackets, and accessories.
Points
Feminine. Playful. Charming.
Dots add lightness and a feminine touch to any look. Small dots appear subtle and elegant, while larger variations make a stronger fashion statement.
Suits women who love feminine looks and enjoy adding a playful, unique touch to their outfits. Especially beautiful for an elegant yet uncomplicated style.
Especially beautiful for: Blouses, dresses, skirts, and light tops.
Diamond
Classic. Versatile. Modern.
Plaid is one of the timeless patterns and can always be reinterpreted. From fine Glen check to larger plaids – the pattern brings structure and a stylish character to any outfit.
Suits women who love classic fashion and value versatile, durable styles. Fine plaids appear elegant, while larger plaids are a bit more casual and modern.
Especially good for: blazers, jackets, coats, trousers, skirts, and shirt blouses.
Removing stains
When it comes to stains, it doesn't always have to be chemicals: natural home remedies like gall soap, baking soda or a splash of vinegar can work wonders and gently clean clothes while protecting the environment. Always test on an inconspicuous area first and proceed carefully. It is better to take garments made of delicate materials to the dry cleaner.
Fashion Glossary – Fashion Terms, Fabrics, Patterns & Cuts Simply Explained
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Discover the fascinating world of women's fashion in the FOX'S Fashion Glossary. What does A-line actually mean? What distinguishes viscose, lyocell or cotton? And how do animal print, checks, polka dots or floral patterns work? In our fashion glossary for women, you will find important fashion terms simply explained – from fabrics and materials to patterns and colours, cuts, fits and care.
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Fashion terms simply explained – your fashion glossary from A to Z
Fashion has its own language. Terms like A-line, Oversize, Regular Fit, Jacquard, Animal Print or Colorblocking constantly appear in women's fashion. But what's really behind them?
Our fashion glossary explains important terms from the fashion world in a clear and concise way. You will not only learn what a certain term means, but also what effect it has and how you can use it for your personal style.
From classic fashion terms to current trends: Discover fashion knowledge that will help you choose clothes more consciously and try out new looks.
Cuts & Fits – which look suits you?
The right cut influences not only the silhouette, but also the wearing comfort and the effect of an outfit. From feminine and figure-hugging to casual and oversized, there are numerous ways to express your own style.
A-line
The A-line is cut narrower at the top and widens towards the hem. It looks feminine, classic and flatters many different figure types.
Oversize
Oversize stands for particularly generous and casual cuts. The look is modern and relaxed, while also offering plenty of freedom of movement.
Regular Fit
Regular Fit describes a classic, straight cut. The clothing is neither particularly tight nor particularly wide and can be combined in many ways.
Figure-hugging cuts
Figure-hugging cuts follow the silhouette more closely and can specifically highlight certain body parts. The decisive factor is always that you feel comfortable in your outfit.
▶︎ All information on the different figure types.
Fashion for women with their own style
Fashion should not only look good – it should also feel good. Especially women who know their personal style know: Not every trend has to be followed.
The FOX'S Fashion Glossary for women is intended to give you inspiration and orientation. Get to know different fabrics, materials, patterns, colours and cuts and discover which styles suit you and your life.
Because personal style is not created by following every fashion. It is created by the combination of quality, comfort, personality and joy in fashion.
Proper care of clothing – so that favourite pieces stay beautiful for a long time
Proper care is also part of fashion knowledge. Those who know the peculiarities of different materials and observe the care instructions can extend the lifespan of their clothing.
Pay attention to the symbols on the care label, choose the lowest possible washing temperatures and prefer to air dry delicate garments. This way, colours, fibres and fits will last longer.
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Fashion knowledge, inspiration & styling tips from FOX'S
The FOX'S Fashion Glossary is constantly growing and offers you new information about the world of women's fashion.
Discover fashion terms from A to Z, learn more about fabrics and materials, get to know different patterns and be inspired by current styles.
Whether you are looking for a specific fashion term, a fabric, a pattern or a specific cut – in the FOX'S Fashion Glossary you will find concise information and practical inspiration.
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Immerse yourself in the world of fashion and discover what's behind your favourite looks.
Know more. Choose better. Enjoy longer.
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