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Pijama Palazzo refers to a silk dress characterized by very wide trouser legs similar to Pajama (Pyjama) which was launched into the fashion world in 1960 by Irene Galitzine. It was o

Deutsch: Pilling / Español: Formación de bolitas / Português: Formação de bolinhas / Français: Boulochage / Italiano: Pelucchi

In the Fashion context, Pilling refers to the formation of small, fuzzy balls of fiber (called "pills”) on the surface of a fabric due to wear, friction, or washing. These pills are made from loose fibers that tangle together, especially in areas that undergo frequent rubbing, like underarms, cuffs, or between thighs.

Pinchbeck refers to a jewelry item that was used as a substitute for gold invented by Christopher Pinchbeck in the 18th century. Pinchbeck was made from an Alloy of copper and zinc -

Pinifore refers to an apron style dress, generally Halter Neck with a tie waist. Likewise, Pinifore usually has also Scoop Neck or Square Neck worn over a blouse.

Pink Gold is also called Rose Gold becasue of its soft pink tones. Pink Gold is made by adding enough copper to a gold Alloy so it turns pink. Pink Gold was one of the materials of j

Pinking Trim is a Shoe term that refers to the saw-tooth shaped edging applied to the Trim of shoes for decoration.

Pinking Trim is also known as Zig Zag Trim.

Piping refers to a cord-like strip of fabric edging a garment.

Piping also means binding a seam with decoration. Piping is similar to Tipping or edging where a decorative material

Piping Outline refers to a decorative, narrow strip of leather that typically follows the seam of a shoe.

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