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Glossary of Fashion
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David Meister
David Meister is an esteemed American designer known for his sophisticated, yet body conscious, women's wear. For the past 12 years, David's dresses, Evening Wear and Couture red carpBordelique
Deutsch: Bordelique / Español: Bordelique / Português: Bordelique / Français: Bordelique / Italiano: Bordelique
The term Bordelique refers to a distinctive aesthetic and design philosophy within fashion that blends elements of historical bordello decor with modern, avant-garde styling. Emerging in the late 20th century, this concept has evolved into a niche yet influential trend, particularly in haute couture and alternative fashion circles. Its defining characteristics include opulence, theatricality, and a deliberate juxtaposition of sensuality with structured elegance.
Influence of Hollywood
Deutsch: Einfluss von Hollywood / Español: Influencia de Hollywood / Português: Influência de Hollywood / Français: Influence d'Hollywood / Italiano: Influenza di Hollywood
The influence of Hollywood on fashion refers to the impact that the American film industry has had on global fashion trends, styles, and consumer behaviour. From the early 20th century to today, Hollywood has played a pivotal role in shaping popular Culture and fashion, with actors and films often setting trends that influence both designers and consumers around the world.
Bishop Sleeve
Deutsch: Bischofärmel / Español: Manga obispo / Português: Manga bispo / Français: Manche évêque / Italiano: Manica a vescovo
The Bishop Sleeve is a distinctive sleeve style in fashion characterized by its voluminous, gathered appearance that tapers toward the wrist, resembling the liturgical garments worn by bishops. This design element has transcended its ecclesiastical origins to become a recurring motif in both historical and contemporary clothing, often associated with romanticism, drama, and sartorial elegance. Its adaptability across various fabrics and silhouettes makes it a versatile choice for designers seeking to evoke a sense of grandeur or softness in their collections.
Costumer
Deutsch: Kostümbildner / Español: Diseñador de vestuario / Português: Figurinista / Français: Costumier / Italiano: Costumista
A costumer is a professional responsible for designing, creating, and selecting costumes for characters in theatre, film, television, and other performance arts. Their work involves extensive research, creativity, and collaboration with directors, actors, and other members of the production team to ensure that costumes reflect the characters, settings, and themes of the production accurately.