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camel hair – Comes from two-hump camels; weak fiber with a wool-like texture. It is used often in overcoats, sport jackets and the like.
camisole – A short, sleeveless garment for women.
camp pockets – Pockets sewn to the outside of the garment, usually squared off and characterized by seaming.
cap sleeve – A small, short sleeve that sits on the shoulder, either forming a stiff cap or falling on to the arm to provide minimal coverage.
capri pants – Fairly straight-cut pants, tapered to mid-calf.
cardigan jacket – A usually collarless sweater or jacket that opens the full length of the front.
cargo – Characterized by sporting a large pocket, usually with a flap and a pleat.
carpenter pants/shorts – Five-pocket pants characterized by a "hammer holder," a stretch of material connecting the outside seam to the back pocket.
cashmere – From the inner coat hair of an Asian Kashmir goat. Extremely fine and noted for its outstanding softness. It is a fragile fabric, easily susceptible to abrasion and shrinkage.
cathedral train – Also known as a monarch train; a cascading train extending six to eight feet behind the gown, for the most formal of weddings.
cationic detergent – A positively charged dry-cleaning detergent. Cationic detergent carries water by means of an emulsion. It provides excellent water-soluble soil removal. This detergent is used in injection systems.
chapel train – The most popular of all train lengths. It flows from three to four feet behind the gown.
charmeuse – A shiny silk or silk-like fabric.
check – A variety of patterns, including gingham, tattersall, houndstooth, plaid and checkerboard.
chemise/skimmer – A straight unbelted dress with varying sleeves and length.
chevrette – Leather made from goatskin. Used for gloves.
chiffon – A lightweight, plain-weave, sheer fabric made with very fine, tightly twisted yarns. It is very strong, despite its filmy look.
chino – Medium weight, closely woven, twill weave with a slight sheen.
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