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Brannock Device refers to a device that is used to measure the length and width of the foot in order to ensure proper Shoe

Break is usually the strongest point of the hat, it is the right angle where the crown meets the brim

Breastplate refers to a vestment worn in ancient times by a Jewish high priest set with twelve (12) gems bearing the names of the tribes of Israel

Breech refers to the short pants covering the hips and thighs and fitting snugly at the lower edges at or just below the kn

Breeks is the Scottish name for Breeches.(see Breeches)

Breeze Knit refers to the garment-washed cool knit. By garment washing, the cool knit gets a softer hand and reduced shrink

Breton Hat refers to a type of brimmed hat that rolls up all the way around which is a popular shape since the end of the

Breton Sailor refers to a woman's hat with a brim that turns up evenly all around.