| Cami top |
Made of microfiber, this camisole-looking shapewear gives a seamless, toned look under knits. It gives very light control and is a perfect solution for sheer, form-fitting tops in order to reveal the least amount of lines or seams.
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| Camisole |
A light piece of women's underwear for the top half of the body, with thin straps that go over the shoulders. Today, a camisole can also be worn as outerwear. A short top usually offering little support for the breasts. A short loose fitting top that ends at the waistline. Sometimes worn visibly under an open jacket or wool clothes to protect the skin.
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| Camouflage |
A fabric pattern characterized by random patches of earth tones. While camouflage clothing is typically worn for concealment, wearing our camouflage items in public will hardly make you less noticeable!
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| Catsuit |
A full-body stocking. Generally long sleeved and made out of stretchy material. Was made popular in the 1960's Avengers television series by actress Diana Rigg.
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| Chantilly lace |
Delicate lace made from an open, six-sided mesh background with floral designs.
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| Charmeuse |
An opaque (i.e., not see through), shiny fabric.
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| Cheek-a-boo |
A tongue-in-cheek (pun intended) term we made up to describe a skirt so short that the bottom of the buttocks may peek out below the hem line.
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| Chemise |
The name given to the first undergarments ever worn by women. Designed originally to protect the skin from outer garments, it later was used as night wear. It is a one-piece, loose straight-hanging to the floor undergarment that comes in one size. Today a chemise may be defined as a short, flowing gown usually with thin straps and an A-line silhouette.
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| Chiffon |
Chiffon is a kind of very thin silk or nylon cloth. A lightweight, sheer fabric.
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| Choker |
A snug fitting necklace.
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| Chopper bar lace |
An open net lace background that has been embroidered with a slightly raised, shiny pattern.
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| Comfort straps |
Comfort Straps are wider than average straps and are usually padded or lined. They help to more evenly distribute the weight of the breast, and thus increase the comfort of the wearer. Comfort straps are very helpful feature for any woman who has experienced shoulder pain due to her bra.
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| Contour bra |
A contour bra has cups that hold their shape. The cups are always padded or lined and they have an underwire. Contour bras are similar to a molded bra, except molded bras may not have cups with padding or underwires. Contour bras are a perfect choice for any woman seeking a sculpted silhouette, as they offer a significant amount of coverage and control. A contour bra can also add definition (not size) to the breast, a smooth shape, and elimination of nipple contours. A good choice for in-between bra sizes, or a woman with uneven breasts.
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| Control brief |
A panty shaped like a brief but designed to flatten the tummy and give support while providing a smooth silhouette.
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| Convertible |
A convertible bra has straps, which can be worn in six different configurations: conventional, halter, one-shoulder, off-the-shoulder, criss-crossed, and strapless.
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| Cookie |
A padded insert in the cup of a bra. Though usually made of fiberfill, it can also be made with water, oil or a gel. Cookies help to change the shape of the breast. They also help when one breast is smaller than the other. Placing a cookie in the bra cup of the smaller breast will give you a more even look.
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| Corsage |
A floral fashion accessory.
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| Corselet |
Also spelled corselette, it is a woman's support undergarment that combines a girdle with a bra.
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| Corset |
A snug fitting garment designed to cinch the waist and lift the breasts. Lacing in the back allows the corset to be adjusted for comfort. It is almost always hooked and laced. It begins either above or just below the bust and extends down to the waist or below the hips. Usually garters are attached at its base for stockings. Corset is a stiff piece of underwear designed to make women look slimmer by pulling in the waist and lifting the breasts; lacing at the back makes the corset adjustable.
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| Criss-cross straps |
Straps which usually cross in the back.
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| Crochet knit |
A large, open knit pattern that resembles crocheting.
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| Crop top |
A very short top that stretches just below the breasts.
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| Crotchless |
A convenient slit or opening in the fabric covering the crotch area.
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| Culotte |
A wide leg version of a boyshort.
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