A, B, C — it’s easy as ruffle and pleat (Detroit Free Press)

Ever wonder about the difference between a sheath dress and a shift? An A-line and a trapeze? The fashion world uses insider lingo like, well, insiders. But fashion is more democratic than that: We all have to get dressed and should know if we’re wearing a cowl neck or a halter. Here are some ABCs of the style lexicon.

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