Creating a fashion line

Enzymes

Stem Cell & Specialized Cells

Growth

The Nervous System & the Eye

DNA

Inheritance

Variation

Evolution & Natural Selection

different parts of cell structure

What are the different parts of the cell (Plant)

Nucleus

The command center of the cell

Mitochondria

Powerhouse of the cell

Ribosomes

Makes proteins

membrane

A thin covering of tissue over the cell

Cytoplasm

A jellylike fluid inside the cell in which the organelles are suspended

Cell wall

A rigid layer of nonliving material that surrounds the cells of plants and some other organisms.

Zeitgeist

The "spirit of the times" — the cultural, social, and moral mood of an era that influences fashion, art, and design.

Ready-to-wear (RTW or Prêt-à-Porter)

Clothing made in standard sizes and sold finished rather than custom-made; designed for mass production.

Haute couture

High-end, custom-fitted fashion created by hand with luxury fabrics and craftsmanship for individual clients.

Conglomerate

A large corporation owning multiple smaller brands or labels (e.g., LVMH owns Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Fendi; Kering owns Gucci, Balenciaga, and YSL).

Plus-size

Clothing designed for fuller body types, generally size 14 and above.

Straight size

Standard sizing range, usually U.S. sizes 0-12.

Mid-size

Sizes between straight and plus (typically 10-16), often underrepresented in fashion.

Sample size

The size used for design samples or runway garments, commonly U.S. size 2-4.

Grade / Grading

The process of proportionally increasing or decreasing a base pattern's measurements to create a full size range.

DTC (Direct-to-Consumer)

A business model where brands sell directly to consumers without retail intermediaries (e.g., Glossier, Everlane).

Pattern

A paper or digital template used to cut fabric pieces that form a garment.

Bias

The diagonal direction (45° angle) of a fabric's weave; cutting on the bias allows for stretch and drape.

Seam

The line where two pieces of fabric are stitched together to form part of a garment.

Erogenous zone

A part of the body emphasized as fashionable or sexually appealing during certain eras (e.g., legs in the 1920s, midriff in the 2000s).

Knit fabric

Made by interlooping yarns; stretchy and flexible (e.g., T-shirts, sweaters).

Woven fabric

Made by interlacing yarns at right angles; structured and less stretchy (e.g., jeans, dress shirts).

Brand Identity

The collection of visual and verbal elements that define a brand—logo, color palette, typography, tone, mission, and aesthetic.

Dart

A sewn fold in fabric that shapes the garment around curves (bust, waist, hips).

Pleat

A fabric fold that adds volume or decorative structure.

Cuff

The finished edge at the end of a sleeve or pant leg, often turned back or trimmed.

Button placket

A fabric strip with buttons and buttonholes for fastening garments.

Silhouette

The overall outline or shape of a garment, such as A-line, sheath, or ball gown.

A-line silhouette

Fitted at the top and flares out toward the hem, forming an "A" shape.

Sheath silhouette

Slim, body-hugging shape that follows the body's natural lines.

Ball gown silhouette

Fitted bodice with a very full, dramatic skirt.

Empire silhouette

Features a high waistline just below the bust and a flowing skirt.

Shift silhouette

Straight, loose-fitting shape with little waist definition.

Mermaid silhouette

Fitted through the body and flares out around the knees.

Trapeze silhouette

Widens gradually from shoulders to hem; flowy and unstructured.

Fabric

The finished material made from textiles, used for garments and home goods.

Textile

Any woven, knitted, or nonwoven material created from yarns or fibers.

Fiber

The raw material (natural or synthetic) spun into yarn for making textiles.

Natural fibers

Fibers from plants or animals, such as cotton, silk, wool, and linen; breathable and biodegradable.

Synthetic fibers

Man-made fibers like polyester, nylon, acrylic, and spandex; durable and wrinkle-resistant.

Broadcloth

A smooth, tightly woven cotton or cotton-blend fabric often used for shirts.

Twill

A diagonal weave pattern fabric, like denim or gabardine.

Jersey

A soft, stretchy knit fabric commonly used for T-shirts.

Chiffon

A lightweight, sheer fabric made from silk or polyester, often used for dresses.

Denim

A durable cotton twill fabric, commonly blue, used for jeans and jackets.

Satin

A glossy, smooth fabric made from silk or polyester, used for eveningwear.

Velvet

A soft, pile fabric made from silk, cotton, or synthetics; luxurious texture.

Linen

A fabric made from flax fibers; breathable and ideal for warm weather.

Wool

A natural animal fiber known for warmth and insulation; used for coats and sweaters.

Rayon

A semi-synthetic fiber made from regenerated cellulose; soft and drapey.