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Velcro®
A trademarked trim used for fastening that consists of a tape with nylon hooks that clings to another tape with loops. Velcro® was originally designed for astronauts’ suits but has become a widely employed trim for everyday sportswear, especially when ease of use is important to the design.
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Velour
A tightly woven or knitted fabric, usually made of cotton, that has a dense, plush pile. With its absorbent properties, velour has become a popular sportswear fabric, commonly used in warmup suits and knit shirts.
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Velvet
A cotton, silk or rayon fabric in a plain, twill or satin weave that has a pile, which is usually cut and brushed for a plush surface effect. Offering a rich texture, velvet is most often used for fall separates and formal attire.
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Vent
A slit or two slits that appear at the bottom of the back of a jacket or blazer.
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Vicuna
A hair from the vicuna, a llama native to the Peruvian Andes, that is fine, soft, lustrous and usually light or dark blond. Vicuna is often woven with wool for coatings and fine suitings.
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Viscose
A type of rayon. See also rayon.
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Voile
A lightweight, sheer, plain-weave fabric usually made in cotton that has a slightly crisp feel. Voile is commonly used in women’s blouses and curtains.
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