Retro glamour refers to a style aesthetic that revives and romanticizes the elegant fashion and design elements of past decades, particularly from the 1920s to the 1970s. It combines vintage influences with polished sophistication, often drawing inspiration from Hollywood’s Golden Age and Art Deco movements.
The letter in bra sizes indicates the band (waist) circumference measured around the chest, typically denoting even numbers like A, B, C, etc., which correspond to specific inches of measurement.
In the context of leggings and activewear, ‘7/8’ refers to the inseam length of the garment. It indicates a cut that is longer than a cropped legging but shorter than a full-length legging, typically hitting just above the ankle.
VNDS is a common acronym in the footwear and sneaker resale market meaning ‘Very Near Deadstock.’ It describes shoes that have been worn once or twice but remain in nearly perfect, like-new condition.
Flocked iron‑on is a heat‑transfer method that applies a short‑fiber flock to fabric, creating a soft, raised texture. It is commonly used for decorative lettering and designs on garments.
In crochet, to ‘join’ refers to the process of connecting two pieces of fabric, linking a new ball of yarn to an existing project, or closing a round of stitches. It is a fundamental technique used to ensure structural integrity and a seamless finish.
A “snatched waist” refers to an extremely narrow waist appearance that is emphasized in fashion and social media. The look is often created with clothing choices, shapewear, or body‑contouring techniques, and has become a popular aesthetic term.
Anklets are pieces of jewelry worn around the ankle that carry diverse meanings depending on cultural, historical, and personal contexts. While often worn as a fashion statement today, they have historically signified marital status, wealth, and social standing.
In the context of shoes, ‘BG’ most commonly stands for ‘Big Kids’ or ‘Big Girl/Boy,’ referring to youth sizing (typically grades 3.5 to 7). It is used by major athletic brands to distinguish children’s sizes from adult sizes. Other interpretations include ‘Basketball Grade’ or brand-specific codes, but ‘Big Kids’ is the predominant meaning.
White graduation gowns are academic garments used to denote specific levels of achievement, professional degrees, or institutional branding. Their meaning varies by region, institution, and the specific academic discipline being honored.