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Padded Bra |
Type of bra with padded fiberfill cups. Padding is designed to add
size and definition for a well-proportioned look to smaller bust
lines. |
Pajama, Pajamas |
Loose-fitting sleepwear or nightclothes worn for sleeping or
lounging. |
Panne΄ |
A fabric
similar to velvet that has been flattened to achieve the desired
look. |
Panne΄ Velvet |
Velvet that has been flattened in one direction. |
Pantliner, Pant Liner |
A pant liner is any undergarment that begins at the waist and
extends down past the mid-calf. A pant liner can be pantaloon-like
and worn as a slip for unlined pants, or it can be form fitting to
slim and smooth the legs. Can also be called an under liner. Now
many pants are constructed with a lining, especially if the pants
are made of wool. |
Panty Styles, Panty Types |
The main
panty styles are:
Bikini:
Top of the panty is below the waist.
Boy
Shorts:
Style similar in shape to boy's underwear
Briefs:
Top of the panty is at the waist.
French
Cut:
Leg opening extends higher than normal.
G-String:
The rear panel is very small, usually smaller than a thong and may
be nothing more that a thing strip of elastic.
String
Bikini:
A narrow strip of fabric or elastic joints the front and rear
panels. Also called “string side”
Tap Pants:
Shorts with loose fitting legs, generally rides higher on the sides.
Thong:
Minimal coverage on the rear, usually a string or narrow band of
material or elastic. |
Panty |
A general term for women's underwear. Panties come in a variety of
styles. |
Pantyhose |
Nylon, silk or other material that stretches to fit next to skin and
covers legs from hip to toe, or with open foot. |
Patent
Leather, PVC |
Real or synthetic leather with a smooth, shiny surface on one side. |
Peek-a-boo cups |
Cups with a slit or other opening that partially exposes the breasts
or nipples. |
Peignoir, Peignoir Set |
A dressing gown made of very thin, often sheer, material which
usually comes with a matching robe. A negligee or dressing gown.
A peignoir or peignoir set is often associated with lingerie
purchased for a bridal trousseau. |
Petticoat |
An underskirt, often with fancy edging, intended to add more visual
interest or fullness to a dress, skirt or costume. May be short,
mid-length, or full length. |
Petite Figure Bra |
A petite figure bra is a type of bra designed for women with smaller
breasts. These bras are usually made of lightweight stretchy
material. |
Pima Cotton |
A very strong, yet very smooth and soft, high-grade cotton of medium
staple developed from selected Egyptian cottons. |
Piping |
A twisted cord covered with a biased-cut fabric that is sewn into
seams or garment edges as decoration. |
Polka Dot |
A fabric pattern with evenly spaced dots of a contrasting color
spaced throughout. |
Polyester |
Synthetic, man-made fabric with great ability to stretch and resist
wrinkling. |
Polyamide |
A wrinkle resistant synthetic fabric. |
Plunge Bra |
A plunge bra is designed to expose more of the breast for a sexier
look. Plunge bras create the appearance of increased cleavage
because of their deep (plunging) front, angled cups and thin center
gore. Plunge bras differ from push-up bras in that they are not
heavily padded. |
Plunge, Plunging |
Any type of dress, top or bodice with a deep cut front or back
designed specifically to show more cleavage or back. |
Plus Size |
An extra long or "oversize" clothing size. Plus size clothing
generally begins at about size 14 to size 16 and goes up. |
Pouch |
The fabric triangle creating the cup area in a man's thong or
g-string. |
Princess Line |
A dress,
coat, or blouse made of several pieces contoured to fit the body. |
Princess Seams |
Visible seams that resemble an hourglass shape for a figure
flattering look. |
Pull-On Bra, Pull On Bra |
Type of bra made in a stretchy material and is designed to pull on.
This type of bra does not have of hook and eye closures. |
Push-Up Bra, Push Up Bra |
A push up bra uses padding and wires to push the breasts up,
enhancing the cleavage, making the breasts look larger and fuller. |
Push-up Cups, Push Up Cups |
Push up cups contain padding that is sometimes removable. These
cups are designed to push the breasts up to make the breasts look
fuller, larger and to create a more flattering cleavage. |