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Glossary of Fashion
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Sizeism
Deutsch: Größen-Diskriminierung / Español: Tallasismo / Português: Tamanhoísmo / Français: Discrimination par la taille / Italiano: Discriminazione delle taglie
Sizeism in the fashion context refers to discrimination or prejudice based on an individual's body size, often favouring certain body types while marginalising others. This can manifest in limited clothing options, unrealistic beauty standards, and exclusion of diverse body types from marketing, modelling, and design practices.
Tokenism
Deutsch: Tokenismus / Español: Tokenismo / Português: Tokenismo / Français: Tokenisme / Italiano: Tokenismo
Tokenism in the fashion context refers to the superficial inclusion of underrepresented groups—such as people of different ethnicities, body types, genders, or abilities—without genuine commitment to diversity, equity, or systemic change. This practice is often used by brands to appear inclusive or socially progressive while maintaining traditional industry norms.
Globalization of Fashion
Deutsch: Globalisierung der Mode / Español: Globalización de la moda / Português: Globalização da moda / Français: Mondialisation de la mode / Italiano: Globalizzazione della moda
Globalization of fashion refers to the process by which the fashion industry becomes interconnected across different countries and cultures, allowing for the exchange of trends, designs, production techniques, and retail practices on a global scale. In the fashion context, globalization has led to increased access to fashion from all over the world, influencing everything from design inspiration to supply chains, and reshaping the way consumers experience and engage with fashion.
Shapewear
Deutsch: Shapewear / Español: Ropa moldeadora / Português: Modeladores / Français: Vêtements gainants / Italiano: Intimo modellante
Shapewear in the fashion context refers to undergarments designed to temporarily alter the shape of the body, creating a smoother and more streamlined silhouette. These garments are made from stretchable and supportive fabrics that compress and contour specific areas of the body, such as the waist, hips, thighs, and buttocks.
Traveling
Deutsch: Reisen / Español: Viajar / Português: Viajar / Français: Voyager / Italiano: Viaggiare
Traveling in the fashion context refers to clothing, accessories, and Style considerations specifically designed or chosen for Comfort, practicality, and versatility during travel. This Aspect of fashion prioritizes functionality and ease of movement while maintaining a stylish appearance. Travel fashion encompasses a range of items such as wrinkle-resistant clothing, multipurpose garments, and accessories that enhance the travel experience.
Notches and Clippers
Deutsch: Kerben und Clips / Español: Muescas y cortadores / Português: Entalhes e cortadores / Français: Encoches et pinces / Italiano: Intagli e tagliatori
The terms Notches and Clippers describe two fundamental techniques in garment construction and tailoring, essential for achieving precision in fit and design. While notches serve as alignment markers during assembly, clippers are specialized tools used to trim excess fabric or create clean edges. Both play a critical role in ensuring that patterns translate accurately into three-dimensional garments.