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fine-gauge knit – A smooth sweater knit garment that has little or no texture.
finishing – Pressing and steaming of garments to remove wrinkles and restore each garment to its original size, shape and appearance. Pressing equipment is heated with superheated steam.
fishtail train – Fitted around the hips and flared out from the knee to the hemline.
fitted point sleeve – A long, narrow sleeve that tapers to a point, which rests against the back of the hand.
flare pants – Pants that flare at the hem. Also called bell-bottoms.
flat-front pants – Straight pants, often seamless and pocketless.
fleece – Wool or synthetic fabric with an extremely soft, napped finish.
floating underwire – The floating underwire has a sleek appearance and easy fit while providing more support for average to full-busted women.
flood pants – Pants cut at, or just above, the ankle.
florentine neck – A wide, square-cut neckline extending to the shoulders.
form-fitting/slim-fit – Straight from waist to ankle except for a slight curve around the hip.
fourragère – A braided cord worn usually around the left shoulder, especially when awarded as a military decoration.
french terry – A woven fabric, usually cotton, with loop pile on one or both sides.
frog closure – Chinese closing of decorative cording or braid. A soft ball of cording or a button is used to complete the closure.
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