| Racer-back |
This bra is named after racing swimsuits that also have straps meeting in a "V" shape on the back between the shoulder blades. This bra style is an excellent solution for sleeveless tops. It also prevents straps from slipping off the shoulders.
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| Regal lace |
While it sounds like lace fit for a queen, in reality, this is just a particular pattern of lace that was arbitrarily given the name "Regal" by the fabric manufacturer.
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| Removable garters |
Elastic straps which attach to stockings to hold them up, but which can be removed if stockings won't be used.
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| Removable pads |
Pads which can be removed from the cups, if desired.
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| Ribbed |
Fabric with raised vertical 'ribs' usually made into form fitting designs
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| Rigid |
Does not stretch.
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| Rise |
The rise is the measurement between the waistband and the first horizontal seam of a panty. The average brief or panty has a 9" rise. A low rise is when the rise measurment is 7" or less.
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| Robe |
A loose fitting coverup piece of clothing; sometimes reaches the ground.
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