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Welt

Welt is a term used in Shoe industry that refers to a strip of leather sewn between the insole and the outsole of the Shoe to create greater durability. Welt is also described as a st

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White

Deutsch: Weiß / Español: Blanco / Português: Branco/ Français: Blanc / Italiano: Bianco

White is the color of milk and fresh snow. It is the color produced by the reflection, transmission or emission of all wavelengths of visible light, without absorption.

As a Symbol, white is the opposite of black, and often represents light in contrast with darkness. According to surveys in Europe and the United States, white is the color most often associated with innocence, perfection, the good, honesty, cleanliness, the beginning, the new, neutrality, lightness, and exactitude.

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Wide Leg

Wide Leg refers to a type or style usually associated with jeans where the entire leg portion is extra wide.

Wide Leg pants are designed with a wider fit around the hip, thigh, kne

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Wide Legs

Wide Legs refers to a pants or jeans that are cut extra full through the legs, with a wider leg opening.

Wide Leg jeans or pants differ from Bootcut or Flared jeans/pants in that

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Width

Deutsch: Breite / Español: Anchura / Português: Largura / Français: Largeur / Italiano: Larghezza

Width in the fashion context refers to the measurement of an item’s horizontal dimension. It is used to describe the size and proportion of various fashion items such as clothing, footwear, accessories, and fabric. Width is a crucial factor in ensuring proper fit, comfort, and style, particularly in tailoring, shoe design, and fabric selection.

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Wiggle

Wiggle refers to a fitted dress characterized by a Hem measurement narrower than at the hips. This style of dress is popular in the 50's and was revived in the 80's too.

The Wiggle

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Wiggle Dress

Wiggle Dress refers to a style of dress with a tight, tapered skirt that does not allow for normal-sized steps, hence when the dress is worn, the wearer "wiggles".

Wiggle Dress is

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Windbreaker

Deutsch: Windjacke / Español: cortavientos / Português: corta-vento / Français: coupe-Vent / Italiano: giacca a vento

Windbreaker in the fashion context refers to a lightweight, wind-resistant jacket designed to provide protection from wind and light rain while remaining comfortable and breathable. It is a versatile piece of Outerwear often used for Casual Wear, outdoor activities, and athletic purposes.

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