Author : Jackie Coleman

What Is A Jacket With No Sleeves?

AKA a waistcoat. A jacket without sleeves; aka a ‘waistcoat’. What do you call a jacket without sleeves? A gilet (/dʒɪˈleɪ/) or body warmer is a sleeveless jacket resembling a waistcoat or blouse. It may be waist- to knee-length and is typically straight-sided rather than fitted; however, historically, gilets were fitted and embroidered. What is […]

Why Did Tie Rack Fail?

Neck ties fell out of fashion with the more casually dressed Twitter generation and Tie Rack succumbed to the twin threats of global recession and online shopping. Accounts for the year to January 2012 showed a pre-tax loss of £6.8m on a turnover of £68m. Why did Tie Rack close? Tie Rack is pulling out […]

Do Wind Breaker Jackets Keep You Warm?

These jackets do not withstand water well compared to other fabrics but will definitely keep you warm! Due to the heavy weight of tricot, windbreakers made from this material are best to be worn in areas with colder weather conditions. Do windbreakers make you warm? Windbreaker Jacket is considered the best fashionable fabric that lets […]

Does Water Ruin Silk Ties?

Plain water can ruin a silk tie, but club soda can help lift a water-based stain. Gently dab the spot with a cotton ball dipped in club soda until the stain has disappeared. What happens if silk tie gets wet? Keep in mind that water can also stain a silk tie or cause the dye […]

Can Jean Jackets Be Formal?

Of blue jackets, their “formality” ranges along with the washes of their denim. All jean jackets are inherently very casual, but one made with a dark wash denim will be slightly “dressier,” while one with a light wash denim will be the very most casual. Can I wear a jean jacket to a formal event? […]

What Is A Blouson Jacket?

A blouson or blouse jacket is a jacket that is drawn tight at the waist, causing it to blouse out and hang over the waistband. What does blouson style mean? Definition of blouson : a garment (such as a dress) having a close waistband with blousing of material over it. What does blouson fit mean? […]

Is White Tie The Most Formal?

White tie attire is the most formal dress code and is typically interpreted as floor-length gowns for women and a black jacket or coat with tails and matching pants for men. Uncommon for modern weddings, white tie attire has been around for centuries. What is more formal white or tie? Following the social changes after […]

What Are Longer Bikini Tops Called?

Longline Top. Aerie Twist Longline Scoop Bikini Top. What are the different styles of bikini tops called? Bikini Top Styles Triangle. Cut: A stock-up-worthy, tried-and-true triangle shape. Scoop. Cut: An ultra-flattering scoop neck. Bandeau. Cut: A sleek silhouette, typically banded or notched at the center. Tankini. Cut: Long and streamlined, (think: your fave cropped cami) […]

What Does Bikini Top Mean?

the part of a bikini worn over the breasts. Is a bikini top a bra? A bra usually features adjustable straps and metal hook-and-eye closures in the back. Bikinis are usually tied at the back or at the neck or they have a plastic hook on the back band fitting into a loop on the […]