| Faux leather |
Imitation leather.
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| Fence |
Net A large, thin open net.
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| Fishnet |
Coarse, open mesh fabric noted for its sex appeal.
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| Fit and Flair |
A dress style characterized by a form fitting top which flairs out towards the hem line, often resulting in pleats (folds).
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| Flounce |
A piece of material gathered and attached at one side, such as a large ruffle.
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| Flutter |
A panty that is elastic on top and loose on the bottom.
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| French cut |
Pantyhose with sewn in decorative panty. Another name for high-cut brief.
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| French net |
Very coarse, six sided open mesh fabric.
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| Fringe |
A decoration consisting of a row of hanging threads or strips.
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| Foam cup |
Padding in the cup of the bra is made of foam. Such padding does not bunch up during washing and gives a smooth look to the cup.
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| Foundations |
A pre-war term for shapewear, these undergarments were called foundations because of their similarity to concrete. Ladies who wore them were seen as "solid citizens" while those who refused came to be known as "loose women." Today's shapewear fits and feels like a second skin--coaxing your curves into their smoothest, sleekest, most naturally perfect state.
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| Front close |
A bra that closes in the center front with either a plastic barrel closure or a hook and eye closure. A good style for plunging or v-necklines.
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| Full cup |
A full cup bras completely covers most of the breast, offering both more coverage and more support than a demi cup bra. A full cup bra will not cause a crease or indentation along the top of the breast.
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| Full figure |
Women who wear bras sizes 32-36DD and 38-42C-DD and larger are classified as full figure women. Bras made in these sizes are usually designed to give additional support. Common features include padding, wider shoulder straps and triple hook and eye closures.
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| Full support |
A bra with this characteristic will have banding under the cups, substantial side wings, and closures with two or more hooks.
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