Wardrobe

┈I believe a person's wardrobe says a lot about the personality of a person as well as many other aspects of his/her life. I never paid much attention to it, but more I progress on this journey, the more I feel amazed. Markets are full of so many clothes and accessories, dedicated, specialized shops for every purpose. Sometimes, my mind boggles do we really need all this. There are so many varieties in the market, and have you ever wondered what does all mean. Are we so specific about our needs before buying the things.
One thing to ensure before buying a dress is the neckline.

Types of Necklines:

• Cowl neck
• Polo neck (circular): these are high close-fitting collars that wrap around the neck itself, and are also called turtlenecks. They are most common for sweaters (also called jumpers) or jerseys.

• Jewel neckline (circular): these are round and sit at the base of the throat, and are also called the T-shirt neckline or crew neck.

• scoop neck (curved, concave up)

these have a curved U-shape, with the arms of the U hanging on the shoulders. The depth of the U can vary, ranging from demure styles to plunging.

• V-neck (2–4 linear edges, side edges diverge)

originate from the middle east, these are formed by two diagonal lines from the shoulders that meet on the chest creating a V shape. The depth of the V can vary, ranging from demure styles to plunging. The surplice version of this neckline (known as a portrait neckline) is an alternative. The V may also be truncated by a small bottom edge, forming a trapezoid.

• square neck (linear side edges neither converge nor diverge)

these are characterized by three linear edges, the bottom edge meeting the side edges at right angles. The bottom edge cuts across the figure horizontally and the side edges pass over the shoulders. A special case of this is the slot neckline, in which the side edges are very close (roughly the width of the collar-bone points), forming a narrow slot.

• deep or plunging neck

these are low necklines, in either V, U or square shapes, that reveal varying amounts of cleavage, and some even extending to the natural waist line.

• boatneck (one edge, nearly linear)

these have a high, wide, slightly curved neckline that passes past the collarbones and hangs on both shoulders, and are also called bateau necklines or Sabrina necklines. A variation is the portrait neckline.

• off-the-shoulder (one edge, nearly linear. Also known as Carmen neckline)

these are similar to boat necklines but are significantly lower, below the shoulders and collarbone. Usually these pass over the arms but, in the strapless neckline style, may pass under the arms. These necklines accentuate the shoulders and neck of the wearer.

• one-shoulder necklines (one edge, nearly linear)

these are asymmetrical linear necklines that cut across the torso diagonally, usually from one shoulder to under the other arm.

• halter necklines (linear, side edges converge on the neck)

these feature a V-neck or scoop front neckline with straps which wrap around and connect at the nape of the neck.

• sweetheart necklines (side edges linear, curved bottom edge concave down)

these have a curved bottom edge that is concave down and usually doubly scalloped to resemble the top half of a heart. The side edges often converge on the neck, similar to halter necklines. Sweetheart necklines accentuate the bosom.

• keyhole necklines

these are similar to halter necklines, but the converging diagonal lines meet in front of the neck, forming a "keyhole". More generally, these feature a central hole, usually just below the collar bones. These necklines are seen infrequently.

• surplice neckline

these are similar to how a bathrobe's neckline is formed by one side of the garment overlapping the other. For a dress, the lower layer is usually sewn to the top layer just under the bust.

3. Herringbone: A V-shaped twill weave

4. Styles of dresses:

i. A -line

ii. peplum hem(edge, frill)

iii. tea-length: anything between knee to ankle length

iv. sheath dress: A women's close-fitting dress

v. wrap or belt dress

vi.mermaid

vii. bodycon

viii.maxi

ix. full skirt

x. empire waist

xi.baby doll
xii.schiffili dress: schiffili is a chemical lace, so a dress with this lace.

5. categories of dresses:

i. dresses and skirts
ii. tops and blouses
iii. jeans and pants
iv. jackets and coats
      a. Gilet: It is a sleeveless jacket.

Length of sleeves:

1. 3/4
2. sleeveless
3. Short
4. Ballon Sleeves
5. Flutter sleeve: Loose and short sleeves on the shoulder

Women clothing Categories:

1. Dresses
2. Skirts
3. Jackets(Quilted/ puffers), Cape and Poncho, Sweaters, and cardigans
4. Blazer and coats(trench coat)
5. Shorts
6. Jeans and Trousers 
7. Tights and leggings or Hosiery: Size is determined by the height and hips measurement(i.e S, M, L).
8. Capri pants
9. T-shirts, tops, and blouses
10. Jumpsuits
11. Sweatshirts with or without a hoodie

Men clothing:

1. Dress Shirts: slim/regular/body fit. Size indicates the size of the chest. M is 38-40"(96 cm)

If possible, be a conscious consumer, and prefer to buy the eco-friendly clothing and also certified products like OEKO-TEX standard 100 or organic.

Fabric care:

1. Hand wash or Machine wash or do not wash (i.e. dry clean) Dot indicates the temperature i.e. one dot=30 degree Celsius; two dots = 40-degree Celcius etc. up to 95-degree Celsius(usually for kitchen clothes). If there is no bar: cotton wash; a single bar underneath the bucket: synthetic wash(mild detergent) and permanent press setting; if double bar: wool wash/very mild detergent i.e. delicate setting.
2. Drip dry(wringing is not allowed ), flat dry or hang/line dry; Tumbler dry(circle inside a square): Dot indicates the drying temperature i.e. low, or high.
3. Bleach or do not bleach(triangle symbol with or without a diagonal line): only oxygen bleach or non-chlorinated bleach.
4. Iron or do not iron(i.e. permanent press) Iron symbol with the dot inside indicates the temperature.
5. Dy clean only (indicated by a circle with a letter P inside) 

On washing machines: Lower the temperature, less time
Express or halftime: Symbol is tumbler with a horizontal line
Diamond shape means to start washing.