Glossary

Back-Brushing refers to a hair styling technique that involves using a brush to tease the hair to build volume and reduce roller marks during a roller-set comb -out.

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Back-Combing refers to hair styling that involves combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp, in a way that will cause shorter hair to mat at the scalp and form a c

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Deutsch: Rückgrat / Español: Columna vertebral / Português: Coluna vertebral / Français: Épine dorsale / Italian: Spina dorsale

Backbone in the fashion context typically refers to the central support or key element that holds together or defines a fashion brand, collection, or style. It represents the foundational concept, philosophy, or aesthetic that drives a designer’s work or a brand’s identity, ensuring consistency and coherence across all their offerings.

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Deutsch: Rückenfrei / Español: Sin espalda / Português: Decotado nas costas / Français: Dos nu / Italiano: Scollo posteriore

Backless in fashion refers to a style of clothing, typically dresses, tops, or swimsuits, that is designed to expose the back. This style is characterized by a significant portion of the back being uncovered, creating a bold and elegant look. Backless garments are often associated with evening wear, swimwear, and summer attire, offering a combination of sophistication and sensuality.

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Backpack Handbag refers to a handbag designed to be carried on the back like a standard backpack. A Backpack can have one or two shoulder straps and can be carried with both or just

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Backpiece refers to a somewhat generic headpiece term which is used to describe any headpiece that attaches to the hair at the back. It is often a bow or cluster of flowers. Often us

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Backwasher refers to the machine used for washing wool after carding to remove all impurities. It also dries the tops after washing by passing them over steam-heated cylinders, or per

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Backwashing refers to the process of removing oil which has been put into Worsted stock in the blending, oiling and mixing operations when the mix was made up.

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