Glossary

Wiggle refers to a fitted dress characterized by a Hem measurement narrower than at the hips. This style . . . Read More

Flounce refers to a strip of fabric which is cut in a circle, cut on the bias or cut in a straight Line . . . Read More

Farthingale refers to a framework of hoops, or a hooped petticoat, used the 15th to 17th century to extend . . . Read More

Ballerina Skirt refers to a full formal skirt that reaches to just above the ankles which was a popular . . . Read More

Ballgown refers to a type of long dress that is fitted at the bodice, with a very full skirt.. This is . . . Read More

Handkerchief Skirt: Handkerchief Skirt refers to a style/type of skirt wherein the Hemline has layers . . . Read More

A Gozzi is a term describing a Renaissance very wide sleeves that were gathered into wide wristbands, . . . Read More

Juliet Cap refers to the round close-fitting skull mesh cap worn by women , a Hat style which dates back . . . Read More

Devantiere refers to the women's riding attire which is split at the back, common to the seventeenth . . . Read More

Guimp refers to the short Chemise that is often worn with very open dresses, made of tulle or other light . . . Read More