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183 types. Defaults show seasons · warmth · formality.

Headwear — 0–1

Capcapspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 1

A soft cap with a brim or peak at the front.

  • Baseball baseball

    A rounded six-panel cap with a curved or flat brim. The everyday sports cap.

  • 5-panel five_panel

    A flatter, lower cap built from five panels, often with a strap back. Popular in skate and outdoor styles.

  • Trucker trucker

    A high-fronted cap with a foam front panel and mesh back. Breathable and casual.

  • Flat cap flat_capseasons spring/autumn/winter · warmth 2 · formality 2

    A rounded, close-fitting cap with a small stiff brim, often in tweed or wool. Countryside and heritage staple.

  • Newsboy/baker boy newsboyseasons spring/autumn/winter · warmth 2 · formality 2

    A fuller, paneled cap with a button on top and a short brim. Looser and puffier than a flat cap.

  • Cadet/patrol cap cadet_patrol

    A military-style cap with a flat top, straight sides and a short brim. Seen in workwear and surplus styles.

Beaniebeanieautumn, winter · 3 · 1

A close-fitting knitted hat without a brim.

  • Watch cap watch_cap

    A ribbed beanie with a folded cuff, from naval watch duty. Sits snugly on the head.

  • Fisherman fisherman

    A short, shallow beanie worn high above the ears. Usually with a folded cuff.

  • Slouch slouch

    A long beanie that sags at the back of the head. Relaxed and casual.

Bucket hatbucket_hatspring, summer · 1 · 1

A soft hat with a downward-sloping brim all the way round. Casual, from fishing and festival wear.

Hathatspring, summer, autumn, winter · 2 · 2

A hat with a crown and a full brim.

  • Fedora fedoraformality 3

    A felt or straw hat with a pinched, creased crown and medium brim. Classic and dressier.

  • Wide-brim wide_brimformality 3

    A hat with a broad brim for sun and drama, in felt or straw.

  • Boonie boonieseasons spring/summer/autumn · warmth 1 · formality 1

    A soft military sun hat with a stitched brim and often a chin strap. Practical outdoor wear.

  • Trapper trapperseasons winter · warmth 5 · formality 1

    An insulated hat with ear flaps, often lined with fur or shearling. Built for deep cold.

Outerwear — 0–1

Jacketjacketspring, autumn · 3 · 2

A hip-length outer layer.

  • Chore coat chore_coat

    A boxy work jacket with three or four patch pockets, usually in canvas, moleskin or twill. From French and American workwear.

  • Barn jacket barn_jacketseasons spring/autumn/winter

    A canvas field jacket with a corduroy collar and often a blanket lining. American farm workwear.

  • Denim/trucker denim_trucker

    A short, fitted denim jacket with chest pockets and a buttoned waistband.

  • Ranch/western ranch_western

    A western-style jacket with pointed yokes, often in suede, denim or with shearling lining.

  • Field field

    A utilitarian jacket with multiple front pockets for outdoor work or hunting.

  • M-65 m65seasons spring/autumn/winter

    The US Army field jacket with four pockets, a stand collar with a hidden hood and an optional button-in liner.

  • Bomber bomber

    A short jacket with a ribbed collar, cuffs and hem, from military flight jackets. Often in nylon or leather.

  • Aviator aviatorseasons autumn/winter · warmth 5

    A heavy sheepskin flight jacket with a large shearling collar. Built for cold.

  • Harrington harrington

    A light, waist-length jacket with a checked lining, umbrella yoke and stand collar. A Mod and Ivy classic.

  • Coach coachwarmth 2 · formality 1

    A light nylon jacket with a snap front and a drawcord hem. Streetwear and skate staple.

  • Biker bikerseasons spring/autumn/winter

    A leather motorcycle jacket with an asymmetric zip and wide lapels.

  • Café racer cafe_racer

    A minimal leather motorcycle jacket with a short band collar and a straight zip.

  • Blazer/sport coat blazer_sport_coatseasons spring/summer/autumn/winter · warmth 2 · formality 4

    A tailored jacket worn without matching trousers. Smart, structured and versatile.

  • Suit jacket suit_jacketseasons spring/summer/autumn/winter · warmth 2 · formality 5

    The jacket of a suit, cut to match its trousers.

Coatcoatautumn, winter · 4 · 3

A longer outer layer, usually reaching the thigh or knee.

  • Overcoat overcoatformality 4

    A long tailored coat in wool, worn over a suit or knitwear.

  • Peacoat peacoat

    A short, double-breasted naval coat in heavy wool with wide lapels.

  • Duffle duffle

    A heavy wool coat with toggle fastenings and a hood. British and naval in origin.

  • Trench trenchseasons spring/autumn · warmth 2 · formality 4

    A double-breasted belted coat in gabardine with epaulettes and a storm flap.

  • Mac macseasons spring/autumn · warmth 2

    A plain single-breasted raincoat, often in rubberised cotton. Cleaner than a trench.

  • Car coat car_coat

    A thigh-length coat cut short for driving, often in wool or tweed.

  • Fur coat fur_coatseasons winter · warmth 5

    A coat in real or faux fur.

  • Cape/poncho cape_poncho

    A sleeveless coat that drapes from the shoulders.

Parkaparkawinter · 5 · 1

A long, hooded cold-weather coat.

  • Down parka down_parka

    A puffy, hooded parka insulated with down or synthetic fill.

  • Fishtail fishtail

    The US Army M-51 parka with a split fishtail hem and a fur-trimmed hood. A Mod favourite.

  • Anorak anorakseasons spring/autumn/winter · warmth 3

    A pullover hooded jacket with a half-zip and a kangaroo pocket. Lighter than a full parka.

Shellshellspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 1

An unlined protective jacket against rain and wind, layered over warmer pieces.

  • Rain shell rain_shell

    A light waterproof jacket for rain, often packable.

  • Hardshell hardshell

    A tough waterproof, breathable mountain jacket, usually with a membrane such as Gore-Tex.

  • Softshell softshellseasons spring/autumn/winter · warmth 2

    A stretchy, wind- and water-resistant jacket, more breathable than a hardshell.

  • Windbreaker windbreaker

    A light nylon jacket against wind, often in colour-blocked panels.

Mid layer — 0–1

Cardigancardiganspring, autumn, winter · 2 · 3

A knitted jacket that opens at the front. Closure, collar, length and fabric describe it.

Also wearable as: Top

Fleecefleecespring, autumn, winter · 3 · 1

A warm, light synthetic pile jacket or pullover. An outdoor staple.

Also wearable as: Outerwear

Overshirtovershirtspring, autumn · 2 · 2

A heavy shirt worn as a light jacket or over a top. Also wearable as a top or outerwear.

Also wearable as: Top, Outerwear

  • Shirt jacket shirt_jacket

    A shirt cut heavy and roomy enough to wear open over a tee, often in wool or corduroy. Known as a shacket.

  • CPO cposeasons spring/autumn/winter · warmth 3

    A wool overshirt with two flapped patch pockets, from the US Navy chief petty officer shirt.

  • Quilted quiltedseasons spring/autumn/winter · warmth 3

    A padded overshirt with stitched quilting, light but warm.

Vestvestspring, autumn, winter · 2 · 2

A sleeveless layer worn over a top.

  • Down downwarmth 3 · formality 1

    A sleeveless puffer insulated with down or synthetic fill. Also called a gilet.

  • Fleece fleeceformality 1

    A sleeveless fleece layer.

  • Knit knit

    A knitted sleeveless sweater, often V-necked. Also called a sweater vest or tank top.

  • Waistcoat waistcoatseasons spring/summer/autumn/winter · formality 4

    A tailored, buttoned vest, worn with a suit or on its own.

Top — 1–1, required

T-shirtt_shirtspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 1

A knitted short- or long-sleeved top without a collar.

  • Classic classic

    A plain T-shirt with no pocket or placket.

  • Pocket pocket

    A T-shirt with a single chest pocket. A heritage and workwear favourite.

  • Henley henleyformality 2

    A collarless T-shirt with a short buttoned placket at the neck. Slightly dressier than a plain tee.

  • Ringer ringer

    A T-shirt with contrasting bands at the collar and sleeve cuffs. A 70s and indie classic.

Shirtshirtspring, summer, autumn, winter · 2 · 3

A woven top with a collar and buttoned front. Fabric carries oxford, poplin, flannel, chambray, denim or knit.

  • Casual button-up casual_button_up

    An everyday buttoned shirt with a collar, meant to be worn untucked or tucked. Covers oxfords, flannels and most casual shirts.

  • Dress shirt dress_shirtformality 4

    A crisp shirt cut for wear with a tie and tailoring, usually in poplin or twill. Often sized by collar.

  • Western western

    A shirt with pointed yokes, snap buttons and often flapped chest pockets. From American cowboy dress.

  • Aloha alohaseasons summer · warmth 1 · formality 2

    A short-sleeved camp-collar shirt in a bold tropical or Hawaiian print.

  • Work shirt work_shirt

    A sturdy button-front shirt with two chest pockets, often flapped, built for wear. Usually in twill, chambray or denim. More rugged than a casual button-up.

Blouseblousespring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 3

A loose, often lightweight woven top, traditionally in womenswear.

  • Button-front button_front

    A blouse that buttons down the front like a shirt, often softer and drapier.

  • Wrap wrap

    A blouse that wraps across the body and ties at the side or waist.

  • Peasant peasant

    A loose blouse with a gathered neckline and full sleeves. Folk and boho in feel.

  • Pussy-bow pussy_bow

    A blouse with long ties at the neck, worn in a soft bow.

  • Other other

    A blouse that fits none of the named types.

Camisolecamisolespring, summer · 1 · 2

A light sleeveless top with thin straps, worn alone or as a layer.

Bodysuitbodysuitspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 2

A close-fitting top that fastens under the crotch, so it stays tucked in.

Corset/bustiercorset_bustierspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 3

A structured, fitted bodice worn as a top.

  • Corset corset

    A boned bodice shaping the waist, often laced. Extends over the hips or stops at the waist.

  • Bustier bustier

    A shorter, boned top that shapes the bust and ends around the ribs.

Polopolospring, summer, autumn · 1 · 2

A short- or long-sleeved top with a collar and a short buttoned placket.

  • Piqué pique

    The classic polo in textured piqué cotton, from tennis.

  • Knit polo knit_poloformality 3

    A polo knitted like a jumper, often with an open or Johnny collar. Smarter and more retro.

Jerseyjerseyspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 1

A sports shirt, from a team kit or in its style.

  • Football football

    A football (soccer) shirt, often with club crest and sponsor. The core of Blokecore.

  • Rugby rugbyseasons spring/autumn/winter · warmth 2

    A heavy cotton long-sleeved shirt with a sturdy woven collar, often hooped.

  • Hockey hockey

    A loose, long-sleeved ice hockey jersey with a lace or V neck.

  • Basketball basketballseasons summer

    A sleeveless basketball vest with a deep armhole.

  • Baseball baseball

    A button-front baseball shirt, often pinstriped with a team script.

  • American football american_football

    A loose short-sleeved shirt with big numbers, cut for shoulder pads.

  • Cycling cyclingseasons spring/summer/autumn

    A close-fitting technical shirt with rear pockets, made for riding.

Knitknitspring, autumn, winter · 3 · 3

A knitted jumper or sweater. Neckline, closure and fabric describe it.

Also wearable as: Mid layer

Sweatshirtsweatshirtspring, autumn, winter · 3 · 1

A collarless, long-sleeved top in heavy cotton jersey, usually fleece-backed.

Also wearable as: Mid layer

Hoodiehoodiespring, autumn, winter · 3 · 1

A sweatshirt with a hood, pullover or zip-up.

Also wearable as: Mid layer

Base layer — 0–2

Undershirtundershirtspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 2

A thin layer worn under a shirt or knit.

  • Tee tee

    A short-sleeved undershirt, usually crew or V neck.

  • Tank tank

    A sleeveless undershirt with wide straps.

Thermal topthermal_topautumn, winter · 2 · 1

A long-sleeved warm base layer, such as waffle cotton or merino, worn under other layers.

Bra/bralettebra_bralettespring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 2

Supportive underwear for the bust.

  • Bra bra

    A structured bra, usually with underwire or moulded cups.

  • Bralette bralette

    A soft, unstructured bra without underwire, sometimes meant to be seen.

  • Sports bra sports_braformality 1

    A compressive, high-support bra for exercise.

Bottom — 1–1, required

Trouserstrousersspring, summer, autumn, winter · 2 · 3

Woven trousers that are not jeans.

  • Chinos chinos

    Lightweight cotton twill trousers, smarter than jeans. A smart-casual staple.

  • Dress trousers dress_trousersformality 4

    Tailored trousers with a crease, worn with a blazer or suit.

  • Fatigues fatiguesformality 2

    Military-style utility trousers, often in olive sateen or ripstop, with patch pockets.

  • Cargo cargoformality 1

    Trousers with large bellows pockets on the thighs.

  • Carpenter carpenterformality 2

    Work trousers with a hammer loop and tool pockets on the leg.

  • Pleated pleatedformality 3

    Trousers with pleats below the waistband for a fuller cut through the thigh.

  • Hiking hikingformality 1

    Technical trousers for trails, often stretchy, quick-drying and zip-off.

  • Sweatpants sweatpantsformality 1

    Soft jersey trousers with an elastic waist. Also called joggers or sweats.

Jeansjeansspring, summer, autumn, winter · 2 · 2

Five-pocket trousers in denim. Leg shape describes them.

Shortsshortssummer · 1 · 1

Trousers ending above the knee.

  • Chino chinoformality 2

    Cotton twill shorts cut like chinos.

  • Five-pocket five_pocket

    Shorts with the jeans pocket layout, in denim or twill.

  • Cargo cargo

    Shorts with bellows pockets on the thighs.

  • Carpenter carpenter

    Shorts with a hammer loop and tool pockets.

  • Pleated pleatedformality 2

    Shorts with pleats at the waist, fuller in the leg.

  • Athletic athletic

    Light shorts for sport and running.

  • Swim swim

    Quick-drying shorts for swimming.

Skirtskirtspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 3

A garment hanging from the waist, not divided into legs. Lengths such as mini, midi and maxi are exact lengths.

  • Pleated pleated

    A skirt with folded pleats around it.

  • A-line a_line

    A skirt fitted at the waist and widening gently to the hem.

  • Pencil pencilformality 4

    A slim, straight skirt fitted through the hips.

  • Wrap wrap

    A skirt that wraps around the body and ties or buttons at the side.

  • Circle/skater circle_skater

    A full skirt cut as a circle, flaring from the waist.

  • Slip/bias-cut slip_bias

    A fluid skirt cut on the bias so it drapes over the body, often in satin.

  • Tiered tiered

    A skirt made of stacked, gathered tiers.

  • Tulip tulip

    A skirt with overlapping front panels that curve like a tulip.

Leggingsleggingsspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 1

Skin-tight stretch trousers. Leg shape describes them.

Also wearable as: Socks & hosiery

One-piece — 0–1

Dressdressspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 3

A one-piece garment covering body and legs. Replaces top and bottom.

  • Shirt dress shirt_dress

    A dress cut like a long shirt with a collar and button front.

  • Slip slipseasons spring/summer

    A simple, thin-strapped dress, often bias-cut in satin or silk.

  • Wrap wrap

    A dress that wraps across the body and ties at the waist.

  • Sweater dress sweater_dressseasons autumn/winter · warmth 3

    A knitted dress, long like a stretched jumper.

  • Sundress sundressseasons summer · formality 2

    A light, loose summer dress, often with thin straps.

  • Pinafore pinaforeformality 2

    A sleeveless dress worn over a top or blouse, which keeps the top slot.

Jumpsuitjumpsuitspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 2

A one-piece garment with sleeves or straps and trousers.

  • Jumpsuit jumpsuit

    A full-length one-piece with trousers.

  • Playsuit playsuitseasons summer

    A one-piece with shorts. Also called a romper.

Overallsoverallsspring, summer, autumn, winter · 2 · 1

Workwear one-pieces, from dungarees to boilersuits.

  • Dungarees dungarees

    Trousers with a bib and shoulder straps. Also called bib overalls.

  • Coveralls/boilersuit coveralls

    A full-body work suit with sleeves and a front zip or buttons.

Socks & hosiery — 0–2

Sockssocksspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 2

Knitted foot coverings.

  • Crew crew

    Mid-calf socks, the everyday length.

  • Ankle ankle

    Short socks that stop just above the ankle bone.

  • Boot bootseasons spring/autumn/winter · warmth 2 · formality 1

    Thick, cushioned socks reaching above boot height.

  • Dress dressformality 4

    Thin, fine socks for dress shoes, often over the calf.

  • No-show no_show

    Very low socks hidden inside the shoe.

Tightstightsspring, autumn, winter · 1 · 3

Hosiery covering the legs and feet up to the waist. Sheerness describes them.

Stockingsstockingsspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 4

Separate hosiery for each leg, reaching the thigh.

  • Hold-ups hold_ups

    Stockings that stay up with an elastic band at the top.

  • Suspender suspender

    Stockings held up by a suspender belt.

Footwear — 1–1, required

Sneakerssneakersspring, summer, autumn · 2 · 1

Athletic or casual shoes with rubber soles.

  • Low-top low_top

    A sneaker cut below the ankle.

  • High-top high_top

    A sneaker that covers the ankle.

  • Runner (performance) runner

    A modern technical running shoe built for performance.

  • Lifestyle runner lifestyle_runner

    A running-style shoe worn casually, often a retro model. Chunkiness is sole height.

  • Trail runner trail_runnerseasons spring/summer/autumn/winter

    A rugged running shoe with a lugged outsole for trails.

  • Court court

    A sneaker with a flat cupsole, from tennis or basketball courts.

Bootsbootsspring, autumn, winter · 3 · 2

Footwear covering the ankle or higher.

  • Chukka chukkaseasons spring/summer/autumn/winter · warmth 2 · formality 3

    An ankle boot with two or three eyelet pairs and an open lacing. Desert boots are suede chukkas on crepe.

  • Chelsea chelseaformality 3

    A pull-on ankle boot with elastic side gores. Toe shape and heel separate the dressy from the casual.

  • Jodhpur jodhpurformality 3

    An ankle boot with a strap that wraps around the ankle and buckles. From riding.

  • Lace-up dress boot lace_up_dress_bootformality 4

    A sleek, slim-soled lace-up ankle boot for tailoring.

  • Service boot service_boot

    A plain, round-toed lace-up boot with a cap toe, from military service. The Iron Ranger is a classic.

  • Work boot work_boot

    A sturdy lace-up boot built for labour, often six inches high on a wedge or lug sole.

  • Field boot field_boot

    A tall, lace-up boot for outdoor and hunting use, often with speed hooks.

  • Engineer engineer

    A tall, pull-on boot with buckled straps at the ankle and top. Biker and workwear.

  • Logger logger

    A tall, heavy lace-up boot with a high heel and lug sole, made for logging.

  • Combat combat

    A high lace-up military boot with a rugged sole.

  • Monkey boot monkey_boot

    A low work boot with lacing that runs down to the toe.

  • Sneaker boot sneaker_bootformality 1

    A boot built on sneaker construction, mixing a sneaker sole with a boot upper.

  • Hiking hikingformality 1

    A supportive, protective boot for trails.

  • Cowboy cowboy

    A pull-on western boot with a tall shaft, often decorated, and an angled heel.

  • Ankle boot ankle_boot

    A general ankle-high boot that fits no more specific type, often with a heel.

  • Over-the-knee over_the_knee

    A boot whose shaft reaches above the knee.

  • Rain rainseasons spring/autumn/winter · warmth 2 · formality 1

    A waterproof rubber boot. Also called a wellington.

  • Duck boot duck_bootformality 1

    A boot with a rubber lower and a leather upper, made for wet ground.

  • Snow snowseasons winter · warmth 5 · formality 1

    An insulated, waterproof boot for snow and deep cold.

Shoesshoesspring, summer, autumn, winter · 2 · 3

Footwear below the ankle that is not a sneaker or sandal.

  • Oxford oxfordformality 5

    A lace-up shoe with closed lacing, the eyelet tabs sewn under the vamp. The most formal lace-up.

  • Derby derbyformality 4

    A lace-up shoe with open lacing, the eyelet tabs sewn on top of the vamp. More versatile than an oxford.

  • Loafer loaferformality 4

    A slip-on shoe without laces.

  • Monk strap monk_strapformality 4

    A shoe fastened with one or more buckled straps instead of laces.

  • Boat shoe boat_shoeseasons spring/summer/autumn · formality 2

    A moccasin-construction shoe with leather lacing around the heel and a siped rubber sole.

  • Camp moc camp_mocformality 2

    A moccasin-style shoe with a hand-sewn toe and lacing, often on a lug or rubber sole.

  • Desert shoe desert_shoeformality 2

    A low suede shoe with two eyelet pairs on a crepe sole, the low cousin of the desert boot.

  • Mule mule

    A backless shoe or slipper, sometimes with a heel strap.

  • Pump/court pump_courtformality 4

    A low-cut heeled shoe without fastening.

  • Ballet flat ballet_flat

    A low, flat slip-on inspired by ballet slippers.

  • Mary Jane mary_jane

    A low shoe with a strap across the instep.

  • Espadrille espadrilleseasons summer · formality 2

    A canvas shoe on a braided jute rope sole.

Sandalssandalssummer · 1 · 1

Open footwear held by straps.

  • Sandal sandal

    A general strapped sandal, flat or sporty.

  • Slide slide

    A backless sandal with a single band over the foot.

  • Clog clogseasons spring/summer/autumn

    A thick-soled backless shoe, traditionally wooden.

  • Strappy strappyformality 3

    A sandal made of thin straps, often heeled.

  • Gladiator gladiator

    A sandal with many straps climbing the ankle or calf.

Accessories — 0+

Scarfscarfautumn, winter · 2 · 3

A length of fabric worn around the neck.

  • Knit knitwarmth 3

    A knitted scarf for warmth.

  • Woven woven

    A woven scarf in wool, cashmere or cotton.

  • Silk silkseasons spring/summer/autumn/winter · warmth 1

    A light silk scarf or neckerchief, worn for style rather than warmth.

Glovesglovesautumn, winter · 3 · 2

Hand coverings, from knitted to leather.

Beltbeltspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 3

A strap worn through belt loops at the waist. Needs a bottom with belt loops.

Bagbagspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 2

A carried bag of any kind.

  • Tote tote

    An open-topped bag with two parallel handles.

  • Backpack backpackformality 1

    A bag carried on the back with two shoulder straps.

  • Messenger messenger

    A flap-top bag worn across the body on a long strap.

  • Crossbody crossbody

    A small bag worn diagonally across the body.

  • Briefcase briefcaseformality 4

    A structured bag for documents and work.

  • Duffel duffel

    A large cylindrical travel or gym bag.

  • Clutch clutchformality 4

    A small handleless bag held in the hand.

  • Shoulder bag shoulder_bag

    A bag worn on the shoulder with a short to medium strap.

  • Top-handle top_handleformality 3

    A structured bag carried by a handle on top.

Walletwalletspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 2

A small case for cards and money. Not shown in outfits by default, since it is rarely seen.

  • Bifold bifold

    A wallet that folds once.

  • Trifold trifold

    A wallet that folds twice into thirds.

  • Card holder card_holder

    A slim sleeve for a few cards.

  • Long/trucker wallet long_trucker

    A long wallet that slides into a back pocket, often in heavy leather.

  • Chain wallet chain_wallet

    A wallet attached to a belt loop by a chain. Shown in outfits, since the chain is a visible styling element.

Watchwatchspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 3

A wristwatch.

Jewelleryjewelleryspring, summer, autumn, winter · 1 · 3

Rings, chains and other jewellery.

  • Earrings earrings

    Jewellery worn in or on the ears.

  • Necklace necklace

    A chain or pendant worn around the neck.

  • Ring ring

    A band worn on a finger.

  • Bracelet bracelet

    A band or chain worn around the wrist.

  • Brooch brooch

    A decorative pin worn on a lapel or garment.

Sunglassessunglassesspring, summer, autumn · 1 · 2

Tinted glasses against the sun.

Type details

Loafer style

  • Pennypenny

    A loafer with a leather strap across the vamp, cut with a slot. The classic Ivy loafer.

  • Tasseltassel

    A loafer decorated with leather tassels on the vamp.

  • Horsebithorsebit

    A loafer with a metal bar or snaffle across the vamp.

  • Belgianbelgian

    A soft, unlined slipper-like loafer with a small bow, light and dressy.

  • Plain/venetianplain_venetian

    A plain loafer with no strap or decoration.

Monk style

  • Singlesingle

    One buckled strap.

  • Doubledouble

    Two buckled straps, the most common monk.

  • Tripletriple

    Three buckled straps.

Trucker style

  • Type 1type_1

    A single chest pocket and a pleated front. The earliest denim jacket pattern.

  • Type 2type_2

    Two chest pockets with pleats down the front.

  • Type 3type_3

    Pointed yokes and V-shaped seams down the front, the classic trucker.

  • Otherother

    A denim jacket that follows none of the three classic patterns.

Styles55 · ›

Outdoor & utility

  • Gorpcoregorpcore

    Technical outdoor gear worn in the city: fleeces, shells, trail runners and hiking boots. Function first, often in bright colours.

  • Techweartechwear

    Futuristic, functional clothing in technical fabrics, mostly black. Straps, articulated cuts and lots of pockets.

  • Workwearworkwear

    Rugged clothing from manual trades: chore coats, canvas, denim, work boots and carpenter trousers. Built to last and wear in.

  • Military/Surplusmilitary_surplus

    Military garments and their civilian versions: field jackets, fatigues, combat boots and olive drab. Original issue or reproduction.

  • Westernwestern

    Cowboy and ranch dress: pearl-snap shirts, denim, cowboy boots, suede and big belt buckles.

  • Hunting/Fieldhunting_field

    Clothing for country sports: waxed jackets, field boots, tweed and earthy colours.

  • Nauticalnautical

    Seafaring style: Breton stripes, peacoats, fisherman knits, boat shoes and navy and white.

Japanese & heritage

  • Japanese Americana (Amekaji)japanese_americana

    Japanese reinterpretation of vintage American workwear, military and outdoor clothing. Obsessive about raw selvedge denim, heavy fabrics and details.

  • City Boycity_boy

    A relaxed Japanese take on American casual and outdoor clothing, popularised by Popeye magazine. Roomy shirts, wide trousers and practical layers, worn clean and urban.

  • Japanese avant-gardejapanese_avant_garde

    Deconstructed, sculptural and often all-black clothing in the spirit of Japanese designers who reshaped Paris fashion in the 1980s. Asymmetry, draping and unusual proportions.

  • Japanese Streetwear (Ura-Harajuku)japanese_streetwear

    Tokyo's backstreet streetwear scene of the 1990s: graphic tees, camo, limited drops and bold logos.

  • Americana/Heritageamericana_heritage

    Classic American clothing from the early to mid 20th century: denim, flannel, leather boots and made-to-last brands.

  • British Countrybritish_country

    Rural British dress: tweed, waxed cotton, wellies, flat caps, cords and knitwear.

Classic & tailored

  • Ivyivy

    The mid-century American college look: oxford shirts, sack blazers, chinos, penny loafers and repp ties.

  • Preppypreppy

    Polished, sporty American casual: polos, cable knits, chinos, boat shoes and bright colours. The looser successor to Ivy.

  • Old Money/Quiet Luxuryold_money

    Understated, expensive-looking clothing with no visible logos: fine knits, tailoring and muted colours.

  • Classic Tailoringclassic_tailoring

    Suits, sport coats, dress shirts and leather dress shoes worn properly and timelessly.

  • Sprezzaturasprezzatura

    Italian studied nonchalance in tailoring: soft jackets, rolled sleeves and deliberate small imperfections.

  • Business Casualbusiness_casual

    Office clothing without a suit: chinos, shirts, knits, blazers and smart shoes.

  • Smart Casualsmart_casual

    Neat but relaxed clothing between casual and business: dark jeans or chinos, a good shirt or knit, clean shoes.

  • Black Tie/Formalblack_tie_formal

    Evening formal wear and dress codes: dinner suits, gowns, patent shoes.

Minimal

  • Scandinavian Minimalismscandinavian_minimalism

    Clean, functional Nordic clothing in muted colours and quality materials. Simple silhouettes with a relaxed feel.

  • Korean Minimalismkorean_minimalism

    Soft, layered, minimal clothing with relaxed or oversized fits and muted tones, from Seoul's fashion scene.

  • Normcorenormcore

    Deliberately unremarkable, everyday clothing: plain tees, simple jeans and generic sneakers.

  • Clean Fitclean_fit

    Simple, neat outfits of plain basics in a coordinated, tidy way. Few logos, clean sneakers.

  • Parisian Chicparisian_chic

    Effortless French style: Breton tops, trench coats, tailored trousers, ballet flats and a muted palette.

Street & sport

  • Streetwearstreetwear

    Casual clothing from skate, hip-hop and youth culture: hoodies, graphic tees, sneakers and limited drops.

  • Hip-hophip_hop

    Clothing from hip-hop culture: oversized fits, sportswear, jerseys, baggy denim and statement sneakers.

  • Skateskate

    Clothing from skateboarding: loose trousers, durable sneakers, hoodies and graphic tees.

  • Surfsurf

    Laid-back coastal clothing from surf culture: board shorts, faded tees, flannels and sandals.

  • Athleisureathleisure

    Athletic clothing worn as everyday wear: leggings, joggers, technical tops and runners.

  • Blokecoreblokecore

    Football shirts, especially retro kits, worn casually with jeans and terrace trainers.

  • Y2Ky2k

    Late-1990s and early-2000s style: low-rise jeans, baby tees, tracksuits, tinted glasses and shine.

Subculture

  • Rockrock

    Classic rock dress: leather jackets, skinny jeans, boots and band tees.

  • Band Merchband_merch

    Tees, hoodies and patches from bands and tours, worn as identity.

  • Grungegrunge

    The early-1990s Seattle look: flannel shirts, ripped jeans, worn knits and boots.

  • Punkpunk

    Rebellious, DIY clothing: studs, safety pins, tartan, leather and boots.

  • Gothgoth

    Dark, dramatic clothing in black: lace, velvet, silver and boots.

  • Metalmetal

    Heavy metal dress: black band tees, denim or leather jackets with patches, boots.

  • Modmod

    1960s British Mod style: slim suits, Harringtons, fishtail parkas, polos and desert boots.

  • Rockabillyrockabilly

    1950s rock 'n' roll style: cuffed jeans, bowling shirts, leather jackets and quiffs.

  • Bikerbiker

    Motorcycle culture: leather jackets, engineer boots, denim and heavy hardware.

  • Indie Sleazeindie_sleaze

    The late-2000s party look: skinny jeans, vintage tees, leather jackets and messy hair.

  • Rave/Festivalrave_festival

    Bright, playful clothing for raves and festivals: neon, mesh, glitter and comfortable shoes.

Romantic & academic

  • Dark Academiadark_academia

    Scholarly, moody style: tweed, wool, dark colours, turtlenecks and oxfords.

  • Light Academialight_academia

    The lighter, softer academic look: cream knits, linen, light trousers and loafers.

  • Cottagecorecottagecore

    Romantic rural style: floral dresses, puff sleeves, aprons and natural fabrics.

  • Bohoboho

    Free-spirited bohemian clothing: flowing fabrics, fringe, embroidery and earthy layers.

Resort & leisure

  • Resort/Rivieraresort_riviera

    Mediterranean holiday dressing: linen, camp-collar shirts, knit polos and espadrilles.

  • Coastal Casualcoastal_casual

    Relaxed seaside clothing: soft knits, chinos, light colours and canvas shoes.

Era & vintage

  • 60ssixties

    The 1960s: shift dresses, slim suits, bold colours and Mod influence.

  • 70s Retroseventies_retro

    The 1970s: flares, corduroy, earthy colours, suede and wide collars.

  • 80seighties

    The 1980s: bold shoulders, bright colours, tracksuits and acid wash.

  • 90s Vintagenineties_vintage

    The 1990s: baggy jeans, oversized sweatshirts, sportswear and minimalism.

Catch-all

  • Otherother

    A plain tag for when no named style fits. Meant as a rare fallback.

Preset style blends (need review)

  • Rugged Ivy = Ivy + Americana/Heritage + Workwear

    Ivy staples roughened up with heritage and workwear pieces, such as an oxford with a chore coat and boots.

  • Heritage Workwear = Workwear + Americana/Heritage + Japanese Americana (Amekaji)

    Vintage-minded work clothing in the American and Japanese tradition.

  • Urban Outdoor = Gorpcore + Streetwear

    Technical outdoor gear worn with city streetwear.

  • Country Classic = British Country + Hunting/Field + Classic Tailoring

    Rural British dress with field and tailoring pieces.

Named palette33 · ›
  • Blackblackno hue family · neutral · OKLCH 0.191 / 0 / 0°

    True black with no visible tint.

    • Also matches OKLCH 0.27 / 0 / 0°: Black fabric as photographed, which usually measures lighter than true black (2026-11-08).
  • Charcoalcharcoalno hue family · neutral · OKLCH 0.359 / 0.004 / 248°

    Very dark grey, lighter than black.

  • Greygreyno hue family · neutral · OKLCH 0.646 / 0.003 / 106°

    Mid to light grey. Silver is grey with the metallic tick.

    • Also matches OKLCH 0.52 / 0 / 0°: Mid grey: without it, mid greys matched Olive or Denim blue (grey sneaker, 2026-11-08).
    • Also matches OKLCH 0.78 / 0 / 0°: Light grey, such as heather grey: without it, light greys matched Stone (2026-11-08).
    • Also matches OKLCH 0.88 / 0 / 0°: Very light grey: without it, very light greys matched Cream (2026-11-08).
  • Whitewhiteno hue family · neutral · OKLCH 0.966 / 0.004 / 106°

    White and off-white.

  • CreamcreamYellow · neutral · OKLCH 0.934 / 0.032 / 91°

    A warm, yellowish off-white, such as ecru or natural undyed cotton.

  • StonestoneAmber · neutral · OKLCH 0.81 / 0.027 / 85°

    A pale greyish beige, like putty or sand-coloured stone.

  • BeigebeigeAmber · neutral · OKLCH 0.836 / 0.05 / 83°

    A light, warm sandy colour.

  • CamelcamelOrange · neutral · OKLCH 0.711 / 0.078 / 71°

    A golden light brown, like camel hair.

  • TantanOrange · neutral · OKLCH 0.621 / 0.082 / 65°

    A mid brown with a warm orange cast, like tanned leather.

  • BrownbrownOrange · neutral · OKLCH 0.429 / 0.067 / 59°

    Mid to dark brown, from chocolate to dark leather.

    • Also matches OKLCH 0.31 / 0.045 / 40°: Deep brown: dark brown suede, which reads near-black (suede tassel loafer, 2026-11-08).
  • KhakikhakiYellow · neutral · OKLCH 0.765 / 0.048 / 80°

    A dull yellowish tan, the colour of classic chinos.

  • OliveoliveYellow-green · neutral · OKLCH 0.514 / 0.067 / 107°

    A muted yellow-green, the colour of olive drab military clothing.

  • NavynavyBlue · neutral · OKLCH 0.288 / 0.05 / 266°

    Dark blue, a conventional neutral.

  • Denim bluedenim_blueBlue · neutral · OKLCH 0.493 / 0.058 / 254°

    The greyish mid blue of washed denim.

    • Also matches OKLCH 0.62 / 0.05 / 250°: Faded denim and chambray: without it they matched Grey or Lilac (2026-11-08).
  • Black-greenblack_greenGreen · neutral · OKLCH 0.258 / 0.017 / 156°

    A near-black with a green tint. Counts as neutral but keeps its hue for Tonal and Echo.

  • Black-navyblack_navyBlue · neutral · OKLCH 0.223 / 0.025 / 267°

    A near-black with a blue tint, darker than navy. Counts as neutral but keeps its hue.

  • Black-brownblack_brownOrange · neutral · OKLCH 0.234 / 0.021 / 50°

    A near-black with a brown tint, like very dark leather. Counts as neutral but keeps its hue.

  • RedredRed · OKLCH 0.529 / 0.189 / 25°

    A clear, strong red.

    • Also matches OKLCH 0.43 / 0.155 / 30°: Deep red: red suede and red in shade, which read darker than they look (Jordan suede, 2026-11-08).
  • BurgundyburgundyRed · OKLCH 0.362 / 0.116 / 13°

    A deep wine red, such as oxblood or maroon.

    • Also matches OKLCH 0.28 / 0.09 / 17°: Deep burgundy: oxblood leather, kept apart from the deep brown point (2026-11-08).
  • PinkpinkMagenta · OKLCH 0.788 / 0.086 / 1°

    Pinks, from pale to bright, cool rose to warm dusty pink.

    • Also matches OKLCH 0.71 / 0.067 / 44°: Dusty pink: warm, muted pinks such as dusty rose suede, set from a pink suede boot in daylight (2026-11-08).
    • Also matches OKLCH 0.76 / 0.055 / 40°: Light dusty pink: paler and softer, such as salmon or blush suede (2026-11-08).
    • Also matches OKLCH 0.86 / 0.045 / 20°: Pale pink: blush, close to the light neutrals (2026-11-08).
  • RustrustRed-orange · OKLCH 0.52 / 0.138 / 41°

    A reddish orange-brown, like rust or terracotta.

  • OrangeorangeOrange · OKLCH 0.677 / 0.166 / 51°

    A clear orange.

  • MustardmustardAmber · OKLCH 0.712 / 0.131 / 84°

    A dark golden yellow, like mustard or ochre.

  • YellowyellowYellow · OKLCH 0.868 / 0.163 / 97°

    A clear yellow. Gold is a yellow-brown with the metallic tick.

    • Also matches OKLCH 0.79 / 0.16 / 82°: Saturated golden yellow, such as the Mexico 66 Yellow/Black: without it, its shaded sides matched Mustard (2026-11-08).
  • LimelimeYellow-green · OKLCH 0.801 / 0.167 / 124°

    A bright yellow-green.

  • GreengreenGreen · OKLCH 0.57 / 0.126 / 148°

    A clear mid green, such as kelly green.

  • Forest greenforest_greenGreen · OKLCH 0.382 / 0.065 / 154°

    A deep, dark green, such as bottle or hunter green.

  • TealtealTeal · OKLCH 0.528 / 0.082 / 193°

    A blue-green, from teal to petrol.

  • Light bluelight_blueBlue · OKLCH 0.815 / 0.052 / 248°

    A pale blue, such as sky or oxford-shirt blue.

  • BlueblueBlue · OKLCH 0.498 / 0.144 / 261°

    A clear, strong blue, such as royal or cobalt.

  • PurplepurpleViolet · OKLCH 0.432 / 0.132 / 301°

    A deep or strong purple.

  • LilaclilacViolet · OKLCH 0.752 / 0.073 / 306°

    A pale purple, such as lavender.

  • Multicolourmulticolourno hue family

    Many colours in a small area, such as a rainbow logo. Picked with one tap, usually as an Accent; ignored by hue rules and Echo.

Hue families (wheel order)

  • Redred

    Reds, from scarlet to burgundy.

  • Red-orangered_orange

    Rusts, brick and terracotta.

  • Orangeorange

    Oranges and the browns, camels and tans built on them.

  • Amberamber

    Golden oranges: mustard, beige and stone.

  • Yellowyellow

    Yellows and the creams and khakis built on them.

  • Yellow-greenyellow_green

    Limes, chartreuse and olive.

  • Greengreen

    Greens, from bright to forest and black-green.

  • Tealteal

    Blue-greens: teal and turquoise.

  • Blueblue

    Blues, from light blue and denim to navy.

  • Indigoindigo

    Deep violet-blues.

  • Violetviolet

    Purples and lilacs.

  • Magentamagenta

    Pinks and magentas.

Colour roles

  • Onlyonly

    The item is a single colour, such as a plain grey T-shirt. Counts as a main colour.

  • Predominantpredominant

    Clearly the main colour, with others smaller, such as a navy jacket with white piping. Counts as a main colour.

  • Majormajor

    Shares the main area roughly equally with other Major colours, such as a red/blue split T-shirt. Each counts as a main colour.

  • Minorminor

    Visible but secondary areas: stripes, collar, panels, a contrast sole. In limits only if the profile includes Minor colours; always used by Echo.

  • Accentaccent

    Small details such as a logo, stitching or laces. Ignored by limits; used by Standout and Echo.

Pattern and branding15 · ›
Solid solidnot counted in pattern limit

A single plain colour with no pattern.

Tone-on-tone tone_on_tonenot counted in pattern limit

A pattern in shades of one colour, such as a subtle herringbone or jacquard. Reads as solid from a distance and does not count toward the pattern limit.

Marl/heather marl_heathernot counted in pattern limit

Yarns of different shades twisted together for a flecked look. Does not count toward the pattern limit.

Stripe stripe

Parallel bands of colour.

  • Pinstripepinstripe

    Very thin, widely spaced stripes, typical of suits.

  • Bretonbreton

    Evenly spaced horizontal stripes, usually navy on white. From French sailors' shirts.

  • Bengalbengal

    Bold vertical stripes of equal width in two colours, typical of shirts.

  • Awningawning

    Wide, bold stripes like a shop awning.

  • Otherother

    Any other stripe.

Check/plaid check_plaid

Crossing horizontal and vertical bands.

  • Ginghamgingham

    Small, even checks of one colour on white.

  • Buffalobuffalo

    Large two-colour blocks, classically red and black.

  • Tartantartan

    Multi-coloured crossing stripes of varying width, from Scottish clan cloth.

  • Windowpanewindowpane

    Thin lines forming large squares, like window frames.

  • Houndstoothhoundstooth

    A broken check of jagged four-pointed shapes.

  • Madrasmadras

    A light, bright, irregular cotton check from India. A summer Ivy classic.

  • Small multi-colour checksmall_multi

    A small check in several colours, as on many casual shirts.

  • Otherother

    Any other check.

Geometric geometric

Repeated shapes and lines.

  • Zigzag/chevronzigzag_chevron

    V-shapes or zigzag lines.

  • Diamond/argylediamond_argyle

    Diamonds, often overlaid with thin diagonal lines, as on argyle socks and knits.

  • Abstractabstract

    Irregular or non-repeating geometric shapes.

  • Otherother

    Any other geometric pattern.

Camo camo

Military camouflage, such as woodland, desert or tiger stripe.

Colour block/two-tone colour_block

Large solid panels of different colours.

Floral floral

Flowers and plants.

Paisley paisley

Curved teardrop shapes with intricate detail, as on bandanas.

Animal print animal_print

A print imitating an animal's skin or fur.

  • Leopardleopard

    Leopard spots.

  • Zebrazebra

    Zebra stripes.

  • Cowcow

    Black-and-white cow patches.

  • Snakesnake

    Snakeskin scales.

  • Tigertiger

    Tiger stripes.

  • Otherother

    Any other animal print.

Novelty print novelty_print

A playful print of objects or scenes.

  • Tropical/alohatropical_aloha

    Palms, hibiscus and tropical scenes, as on aloha shirts.

  • Scenicscenic

    Landscapes or scenes.

  • Conversationalconversational

    Small repeated objects, such as cherries or anchors.

  • Animal motifsanimal_motifs

    Repeated small animals, such as ducks or dogs, rather than an animal skin.

  • Otherother

    Any other novelty print.

Gradient/ombré gradient_ombre

Colour fading gradually from one shade to another.

Graphic graphic

A print covering the whole garment, such as an all-over artwork.

Other other

Any pattern not listed.

Placement

  • All-overall_over

    The pattern covers the whole item.

  • Trim/panelstrim_panels

    The pattern is only on trim or panels, such as cow-print pockets on a plain chore coat. Still counts toward the pattern limit.

Branding levels

  • Nonenone

    No visible branding.

  • Smallsmall

    A small mark, such as a chest logo or a tab.

  • Mediummedium

    Clearly visible branding.

  • Largelarge

    Branding that dominates that side of the item.

  • All-overall_over

    A repeated monogram or logo print over the whole item.

Materials46 · ›

Wool & animal hair

Fibres from sheep, goats, camelids and other animals. Warm, breathable and resilient.

  • Merinomerino

    Fine, soft wool from merino sheep. Comfortable next to the skin.

  • Lambswoollambswool

    Soft wool from a lamb's first shearing.

  • Shetlandshetland

    Hardy, slightly coarse wool from Shetland sheep, classic in brushed knitwear.

  • Cashmerecashmere

    Very soft, light and warm fibre from cashmere goats.

  • Alpacaalpaca

    Soft, warm fibre from alpacas, often fuzzy and light.

  • Mohairmohair

    Lustrous, fuzzy fibre from Angora goats.

  • Camel haircamel_hair

    Soft, warm fibre from camels, typical of classic overcoats.

  • Yakyak

    Soft, warm down fibre from yaks.

  • Wool (unspecified)wool_unspecified

    Wool whose type is not known or not stated.

Cotton

Plant fibre from the cotton boll. Breathable and easy care.

  • Cottoncotton

    Ordinary cotton.

  • Pima/Supimapima_supima

    Extra-long staple cotton, smoother and stronger than ordinary cotton.

Plant fibres

Bast fibres from plant stems. Cool and textured.

  • Linenlinen

    Fibre from flax. Cool, crisp and wrinkles easily.

  • Hemphemp

    A strong, durable bast fibre that softens with wear.

  • Ramieramie

    A lustrous bast fibre from nettle plants, similar to linen.

Silk

Protein fibre from silkworm cocoons.

  • Silksilk

    Smooth, lustrous and light, with a fluid drape.

Leather

Tanned animal hide. Leather type describes the surface; finish and hide are separate.

  • Smooth leathersmooth_leather

    Leather with its smooth outer grain, such as full-grain or calf.

  • Pebble grainpebble_grain

    Leather embossed or tumbled for a pebbled texture. Hides scuffs well.

  • Patent leatherpatent_leather

    Leather with a high-gloss lacquered finish.

  • Suedesuede

    Leather with the inner side brushed into a soft nap.

  • Nubucknubuck

    Outer grain sanded into a short, velvety nap. Finer than suede.

  • Roughoutroughout

    Leather turned flesh side out, rugged and scuff-resistant. Common on work and military boots.

  • Shell cordovanshell_cordovan

    Dense, glossy leather from the shell under a horse's hide. Rolls rather than creases.

  • Shearlingshearling

    Sheepskin tanned with the wool on.

  • Hair-on hidehair_on_hide

    Hide tanned with its short hair on, such as calf hair or so-called pony hair.

Fur

Real animal fur. Faux fur is a fabric.

  • Foxfox

    Fox fur.

  • Minkmink

    Mink fur.

  • Rabbitrabbit

    Rabbit fur.

  • Coyotecoyote

    Coyote fur, typical of parka hood trims.

  • Raccoonraccoon

    Raccoon fur.

  • Otherother

    Any other real fur.

Cellulosic

Fibres regenerated from wood pulp. Soft with a fluid drape.

  • Viscose/rayonviscose_rayon

    A soft, drapey regenerated fibre, common in shirts and dresses.

  • Modalmodal

    A soft viscose variant, common in underwear and tees.

  • Lyocelllyocell

    A strong, smooth regenerated fibre made in a closed loop, often sold as Tencel.

  • Cuprocupro

    A silky regenerated fibre from cotton waste, used for linings.

Synthetic

Fibres made from petrochemicals.

  • Nylonnylon

    A strong, light synthetic, used in outerwear and technical gear.

  • Polyesterpolyester

    A durable, quick-drying synthetic used everywhere.

  • Acrylicacrylic

    A synthetic substitute for wool in knitwear.

  • Elastaneelastane

    A very stretchy fibre added in small amounts for stretch. Also called spandex or Lycra.

  • Polypropylenepolypropylene

    A light synthetic that wicks moisture, used in base layers.

  • EVA/foameva_foam

    Moulded foam, used in clogs, sandals and some uppers.

Insulation & membrane

Fills and membranes for warmth and weather protection.

  • Downdown

    The soft under-plumage of ducks or geese. The warmest insulation for its weight.

  • Synthetic insulationsynthetic_insulation

    Polyester fill that stays warm when wet, such as PrimaLoft.

  • Waterproof membranewaterproof_membrane

    A breathable waterproof layer laminated into the fabric, such as Gore-Tex.

Other

Materials outside the families above.

  • Rubberrubber

    Natural or synthetic rubber, as in rain boots.

  • Corkcork

    Bark of the cork oak, used in footbeds and accessories.

  • Otherother

    Any material not listed.

Leather finish

  • Polishedpolished

    A smooth, shiny surface, as on dress shoes.

  • Oiled/pull-upoiled_pull_up

    Leather loaded with oils and waxes that lightens where it flexes. Rugged and casual.

  • Waxedwaxed

    A waxed surface for water resistance, often with a matte look.

  • Distresseddistressed

    Deliberately worn or aged for a lived-in look.

  • Perforatedperforated

    Punched with small holes for breathability or decoration.

  • Patina/burnishedpatina_burnished

    Hand-coloured or burnished for depth and shading of colour.

  • Tea-coretea_core

    Black leather over a brown core that shows through as it wears.

Leather hide

  • Cowhidecowhide

    Leather from cattle, the most common hide.

  • Goatskingoatskin

    Light, pebbly and tough leather.

  • Horsehidehorsehide

    Dense, durable leather, classic in vintage jackets.

  • Lambskinlambskin

    Very soft, thin, supple leather.

  • Deerskindeerskin

    Soft, stretchy and strong leather.

  • Otherother

    Any other hide.

Fabrics32 · ›
Denim denimmade from cotton, plant fibres, cellulosic, synthetic

A sturdy cotton twill with a coloured warp and white weft, usually indigo.

Wash, selvedge (yes/no) and weight in oz — all optional.

  • Raw/rigidraw_rigid

    Unwashed denim, stiff and dark, which fades with your wear.

  • One-washone_wash

    Washed once to remove starch and shrink, still dark.

  • Washedwashed

    Washed lighter and softer.

  • Faded/distressedfaded_distressed

    Heavily faded, abraded or ripped.

Corduroy corduroymade from cotton, wool & animal hair, cellulosic, synthetic

A cut-pile cotton fabric with raised ribs called wales.

  • Wide walewide_wale

    Thick, chunky ribs.

  • Standardstandard

    Medium ribs.

  • Pinwale/needlecordpinwale

    Very fine ribs, almost velvety.

Flannel flannelmade from wool & animal hair, cotton, cellulosic, synthetic

A soft woven fabric brushed for a fuzzy surface, in cotton or wool.

Tweed tweedmade from wool & animal hair, synthetic

A rough, thick woollen cloth, often flecked in several colours.

Melton meltonmade from wool & animal hair, synthetic

A thick, dense, felted wool, used in peacoats and outerwear.

Gabardine gabardinemade from wool & animal hair, cotton, synthetic

A tightly woven twill, smooth and water-repellent, typical of trench coats.

Twill twillmade from wool & animal hair, cotton, plant fibres, silk, cellulosic, synthetic

A weave with diagonal ribs, as in chinos.

Sateen sateenmade from cotton, silk, cellulosic, synthetic

A cotton weave with a smooth, slightly shiny face, as in military fatigues.

Canvas canvasmade from cotton, plant fibres, synthetic

A heavy, plain-woven cotton, also called duck. The workwear standard.

Chambray chambraymade from cotton, plant fibres, cellulosic

A light plain weave with a coloured warp and white weft, like a thin denim.

Oxford cloth oxford_clothmade from cotton, synthetic

A basket-weave cotton with a soft texture, the fabric of the OCBD.

Poplin poplinmade from cotton, silk, cellulosic, synthetic

A smooth, crisp, tightly woven cotton, typical of dress shirts.

Jersey jerseymade from wool & animal hair, cotton, plant fibres, silk, cellulosic, synthetic

A light, stretchy single knit, as in T-shirts.

Piqué piquemade from cotton, synthetic

A knit with a fine, raised waffle texture, as in polos.

Fleece fleecemade from synthetic, cotton

A soft, brushed synthetic pile fabric.

Sherpa (faux shearling) sherpamade from synthetic

A thick, curly synthetic pile imitating shearling.

Faux fur faux_furmade from synthetic

A synthetic pile imitating real fur.

Faux suede (microsuede) faux_suedemade from synthetic

A synthetic fabric with a brushed suede-like nap.

Faux leather (PU/vegan leather) faux_leathermade from synthetic

A coated fabric imitating leather.

Vinyl (PVC) vinylmade from synthetic

A glossy plastic-coated fabric.

Terry terrymade from cotton, plant fibres, cellulosic, synthetic

A fabric with uncut loops, absorbent like a towel.

Scuba scubamade from synthetic

A thick, smooth, spongy double knit.

Neoprene neoprenemade from synthetic

A synthetic rubber foam fabric, as in wetsuits.

Seersucker seersuckermade from cotton, plant fibres, synthetic

A light cotton with puckered stripes, cool in summer.

Velvet velvetmade from cotton, silk, cellulosic, synthetic

A soft, dense cut pile with a rich sheen.

Waxed cotton waxed_cottonmade from cotton

Cotton impregnated with wax for water resistance, as on classic country jackets. Also sold as waxed canvas, tin cloth, dry wax or oilskin.

Ripstop ripstopmade from synthetic, cotton

A fabric with a reinforced grid that stops tears spreading.

Mesh meshmade from synthetic, cotton

An open, net-like fabric for ventilation.

Open knit open_knitmade from wool & animal hair, cotton, plant fibres, silk, cellulosic, synthetic

A knit with deliberate holes or openwork.

  • Pointellepointelle

    A knit with small, regular eyelet holes forming a pattern. Lighter and more delicate than crochet.

  • Crochetcrochet

    Hand- or machine-crocheted loops, open and textured.

  • Meshmesh

    An even, net-like open knit.

  • Lacelace

    Fine, decorative openwork.

Rib knit rib_knitmade from wool & animal hair, cotton, plant fibres, silk, cellulosic, synthetic

A knit with vertical ridges that stretches across the width.

Cable knit cable_knitmade from wool & animal hair, cotton, plant fibres, silk, cellulosic, synthetic

A knit with twisted, rope-like cables.

  • Classic cableclassic_cable

    Simple twisted cables.

  • Aran/fishermanaran_fisherman

    Dense cables, diamonds and textures from the Aran Islands, usually in cream wool.

Textured knit textured_knitmade from wool & animal hair, cotton, plant fibres, silk, cellulosic, synthetic

A knit with a raised surface texture.

  • Waffle/honeycombwaffle_honeycomb

    A grid of small squares or cells.

  • Seed/moss stitchseed_moss

    A bumpy, pebbled texture of alternating stitches.

  • Popcorn/bubblepopcorn_bubble

    Raised clusters of stitches like bobbles.

  • Otherother

    Any other textured knit.

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Fit

How the item is cut against the body. Descriptive only; never used by matching rules.

  • Slimslim

    Cut close to the body.

  • Regularregular

    A standard, comfortable cut.

  • Relaxedrelaxed

    A looser cut with extra room.

  • Oversizedoversized

    Deliberately much larger than the body.

Length

Length relative to the usual for the type. Must agree with exact length when both are set.

  • Croppedcropped

    Shorter than usual for the type.

  • Normalnormal

    The usual length for the type.

  • Longlong

    Longer than usual, such as a shirt too long to wear untucked.

Exact length

Where the hem falls on the body. Skirt lengths such as mini, midi and maxi are exact lengths.

  • Waistwaist

    Ends at the waist.

  • Hiphip

    Ends at the hip.

  • Thighthigh

    Ends at mid-thigh; a mini skirt.

  • Kneeknee

    Ends at the knee.

  • Mid-calfmid_calf

    Ends at mid-calf; a midi.

  • Ankleankle

    Ends at the ankle; a maxi.

  • Floorfloor

    Reaches the floor.

Sleeve length

How long the sleeves are.

  • Sleevelesssleeveless

    No sleeves.

  • Shortshort

    Short sleeves above the elbow.

  • Three-quarterthree_quarter

    Sleeves ending between elbow and wrist.

  • Longlong

    Full-length sleeves to the wrist.

Sleeve style

How the sleeve is cut and attached.

  • Set-inset_in

    A sleeve sewn into a round armhole at the shoulder. The standard cut.

  • Raglanraglan

    A sleeve that runs in one piece up to the collar, with diagonal seams.

  • Puffpuff

    A sleeve gathered at the shoulder or cuff so it puffs out.

  • Bishopbishop

    A long sleeve fuller at the bottom and gathered into a cuff.

  • Capcap

    A very short sleeve that just covers the shoulder.

  • Flutterflutter

    A short, loose, flowing sleeve.

  • Bellbell

    A sleeve that flares wide toward the wrist.

Strap style

The straps of a sleeveless item.

  • Spaghettispaghetti

    Very thin straps.

  • Widewide

    Broad straps.

  • Straplessstrapless

    No straps.

Collar style

The shape of the collar. Kept apart from fabric, so an OCBD is an oxford shirt with a button-down collar.

  • Button-downbutton_down

    Collar points buttoned to the shirt front. Casual and Ivy.

  • Pointpoint

    A classic collar with narrow-set points.

  • Spreadspread

    A collar with points angled wide apart, for larger tie knots.

  • Campcamp

    A flat, open collar without a stand, as on aloha and bowling shirts.

  • Band/grandadband_grandad

    A short stand-up band with no collar leaves.

  • Westernwestern

    Long, pointed collar leaves, often on a snap shirt.

  • Clubclub

    A collar with rounded tips.

  • Shawlshawl

    A continuous rolled collar curving down the front, as on shawl cardigans.

  • Funnel/stand-upfunnel_stand_up

    A tall collar standing up around the neck.

  • Polo collarpolo_collar

    A soft ribbed-knit collar, as on piqué polos and many football shirts.

  • Johnny collarjohnny

    An open collar with no buttons below it, as on many knit polos.

  • Rugby collarrugby_collar

    A sturdy woven collar, often in white twill, as on rugby shirts.

  • Nonenone

    No collar. The neckline then describes the neck.

Neckline

The shape of the neck opening, for items without a collar.

  • Crewcrew

    A round neckline close to the base of the neck.

  • Vv

    A neckline dipping to a point.

  • Scoopscoop

    A wide, deep, rounded neckline.

  • Squaresquare

    A neckline cut straight across with square corners.

  • Sweetheartsweetheart

    A neckline shaped like the top of a heart.

  • Boatboat

    A wide, shallow neckline running across the collarbones.

  • Off-shoulderoff_shoulder

    A neckline sitting below the shoulders.

  • Halterhalter

    Straps that tie or fasten behind the neck.

  • One-shoulderone_shoulder

    A neckline covering one shoulder only.

  • Cowlcowl

    A neckline that drapes in soft folds.

  • High neckhigh_neck

    A neckline rising up the neck without folding.

  • Turtleneckturtleneck

    A tall collar that folds over on itself.

  • Mock neckmock_neck

    A short stand-up neck that does not fold over.

Closure (multi-select)

How the item opens and fastens. Several can apply.

  • Buttoned placketbuttoned_placket

    A short buttoned opening at the neck, as on polos, henleys and rugby shirts.

  • Single-breastedsingle_breasted

    One column of buttons with a narrow overlap.

  • Double-breasteddouble_breasted

    Two columns of buttons with a wide overlap.

  • Zipzip

    A full-length zip.

  • Toggletoggle

    Wooden or horn toggles through loops, as on a duffle coat.

  • Snapssnaps

    Press studs instead of buttons.

  • Quarter-zipquarter_zip

    A short zip at the neck.

  • Half-ziphalf_zip

    A zip running halfway down the front.

  • Pullover (no opening)pullover

    No front opening; pulled over the head.

  • Openopen

    An open front with no fastening.

Hood

Whether and how the item has a hood.

  • Nonenone

    No hood.

  • Fixedfixed

    A permanently attached hood.

  • Detachabledetachable

    A hood that zips or buttons off.

  • Packablepackable

    A hood rolled away into the collar.

Leg shape

The cut of the leg. Descriptive only; never used by matching rules.

  • Widewide

    Roomy throughout the leg.

  • Straightstraight

    The same width from knee to hem.

  • Taperedtapered

    Narrowing from thigh to ankle.

  • Slimslim

    Narrow throughout but not tight.

  • Skinnyskinny

    Tight from hip to ankle.

  • Bootcutbootcut

    Slightly flared below the knee to fit over boots.

  • Flareflare

    Widening strongly below the knee.

  • Barrelbarrel

    Curved outward at the knee and narrowing at the hem.

  • Culotteculotte

    Wide, cropped legs ending below the knee.

Rise

Where the waistband sits.

  • Lowlow

    Below the natural waist, on the hips.

  • Midmid

    Between hips and natural waist.

  • Highhigh

    At or above the natural waist.

Waist (multi-select)

How the waist fastens. Several can apply.

  • Zip flyzip_fly

    A zipped front fly.

  • Button flybutton_fly

    A buttoned front fly.

  • Drawstringdrawstring

    A cord tied at the waist.

  • Elasticelastic

    An elasticated waistband.

  • Side adjustersside_adjusters

    Buckles or buttoned tabs at the sides for adjusting fit.

Sheerness

How see-through the item is. A sheer item does not hide what is under it.

  • Opaqueopaque

    Not see-through. The default.

  • Semi-sheersemi_sheer

    Partly see-through.

  • Sheersheer

    Clearly see-through.

Lining

Whether the item is lined. A removable liner gives the item two warmth values.

  • Unlinedunlined

    No lining.

  • Partially linedpartially_lined

    Lined in parts, such as the shoulders or body only.

  • Fully linedfully_lined

    Lined throughout.

  • Insulatedinsulated

    Lined with insulation for warmth.

  • Removableremovable

    A liner that buttons or zips out, such as an M-65 liner.

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Fastening (multi-select)

How the footwear is fastened. Several can apply.

  • Laceslaces

    Ordinary laces.

  • Elastic/no-tie laceselastic_laces

    Elastic laces that need no tying.

  • Side zipside_zip

    A zip on the side.

  • Elastic (Chelsea gores)elastic_gores

    Elastic side panels, as on a Chelsea boot.

  • Buckle/strapbuckle_strap

    One or more buckled straps.

  • Hook-and-loophook_and_loop

    Velcro-style straps.

  • Heel strapheel_strap

    A strap around the back of the heel, as on a slingback.

  • Slip-onslip_on

    No fastening.

Toe style

Decoration on the toe. Separate from toe shape and broguing.

  • Plainplain

    A plain toe with no seams or cap.

  • Cap toecap_toe

    A separate piece of leather stitched across the toe.

  • Moc/apron toemoc_apron

    A raised seam forming a U around the top of the toe, as on moccasins and many work boots.

  • Split toesplit_toe

    A seam running down the centre of the toe.

  • Wingtipwingtip

    A W-shaped toe cap with wings running back along the sides.

Broguing

Decorative perforations on the upper.

  • Nonenone

    No broguing.

  • Quarterquarter

    Perforations only along the toe cap seam.

  • Semisemi

    Perforations along the toe cap seam plus a medallion on the toe.

  • Full (wingtip)full

    A wingtip toe cap with perforations and a medallion.

  • Longwinglongwing

    Wingtip lines running all the way to the heel.

Toe shape

The outline of the toe seen from above.

  • Roundround

    A rounded toe.

  • Almondalmond

    A slightly elongated, tapered round toe.

  • Squaresquare

    A squared-off toe.

  • Pointedpointed

    A toe narrowing to a point.

  • Snipsnip

    A pointed toe cut off square at the tip, common on western boots.

Heel

The shape of the heel.

  • Flatflat

    Little or no heel.

  • Stackedstacked

    A heel built from layers of leather.

  • Blockblock

    A broad, solid heel.

  • Cubancuban

    A medium heel tapered at the back, as on Beatle boots.

  • Westernwestern

    A tall, angled heel, as on cowboy boots.

  • Wedgewedge

    A heel that runs solid under the arch to the front.

  • Stilettostiletto

    A tall, very thin heel.

  • Kittenkitten

    A short, slender heel.

  • Conecone

    A heel that narrows from top to bottom like a cone.

Heel height

How high the heel is.

  • Flatflat

    No real heel.

  • Lowlow

    Up to about 3 cm.

  • Midmid

    About 3 to 7 cm.

  • Highhigh

    Above about 7 cm.

Top lift

The bottom layer of the heel that touches the ground.

  • None (part of the sole)none

    No separate top lift: the heel is part of the sole, as on most crepe, wedge, cupsole and moulded soles.

  • Leatherleather

    An all-leather top lift.

  • Rubberrubber

    A separate rubber top lift added to the heel.

  • Combinationcombination

    Leather with a rubber insert for grip.

Combination top lift

The shape of the rubber insert in a combination top lift.

  • Dovetaildovetail

    A rubber insert shaped like a dovetail at the back.

  • V-cleatv_cleat

    A V-shaped rubber insert.

  • Straightstraight

    A straight rubber strip at the back.

Sole height

How thick the sole is. Chunkiness belongs here, not in the type.

  • Slimslim

    A thin, sleek sole.

  • Regularregular

    An ordinary sole.

  • Chunkychunky

    A thick, heavy sole.

  • Platformplatform

    A very thick sole raising the whole foot.

Shaft height

How high the boot shaft reaches.

  • Ankleankle

    Ends around the ankle.

  • 6"six_inch

    About six inches high, the classic work boot height.

  • 8"eight_inch

    About eight inches high.

  • 10" and tallerten_inch_plus

    Ten inches or taller, below the knee.

  • Kneeknee

    Reaches the knee.

  • Over-the-kneeover_the_knee

    Reaches above the knee.

Outsole type

The kind of sole. Feeds wet-weather scoring.

  • Leatherleather

    A leather sole, smart but slippery when wet.

  • Flat rubberflat_rubber

    A thin, flat rubber sole.

  • Lug/commandolug_commando

    A deep-cleated rubber sole for grip.

  • Crepecrepe

    A soft, springy natural rubber sole, as on desert boots.

  • Wedgewedge

    A flat, solid sole running the full length, such as a Christy sole.

  • Cupsolecupsole

    A rubber sole shaped like a cup with raised sides, as on court sneakers.

  • Studdedstudded

    A rubber sole with small studs, such as Dainite. Grippy yet sleek.

  • Half solehalf_sole

    Rubber at the forefoot and heel with the leather waist showing, such as Dr. Sole Super Grip.

Outsole material

What the sole is made of.

  • Leatherleather

    Leather.

  • Rubberrubber

    Synthetic or natural rubber.

  • Crepe rubbercrepe_rubber

    Natural crepe rubber.

  • EVA/foameva_foam

    Light moulded foam.

  • Otherother

    Any other sole material.

Midsole

The layer between upper and outsole.

  • Nonenone

    No separate midsole.

  • Leatherleather

    A leather midsole.

  • Rubberrubber

    A rubber midsole.

  • Corkcork

    A cork midsole.

  • Rubber/corkrubber_cork

    A rubber and cork compound midsole, common on work boots.

  • Foam (EVA/PU)foam

    A cushioning foam midsole, as on most sneakers and many hiking and work boots.

Construction

How the sole is attached to the upper.

  • Goodyear weltgoodyear_welt

    A welt strip stitched to the upper and sole. Sturdy, water-resistant and resoleable.

  • Blake stitchblake_stitch

    Stitching straight through insole and outsole. Sleek and flexible, resoleable by specialists.

  • Handsewn mochandsewn_moc

    A moccasin upper hand-sewn around the foot.

  • Stitchdownstitchdown

    The upper turned outward and stitched straight to the sole. Flexible and resoleable.

  • Cementedcemented

    The sole glued to the upper. Light and cheap, rarely resoleable.

  • Vulcanizedvulcanized

    Rubber sole bonded by heat, as on canvas sneakers.

  • Mouldedmoulded

    A sole moulded directly onto the upper.

Lining

What lines the footwear. A removable liner gives two warmth values.

  • Unlinedunlined

    No lining; lighter and faster to break in.

  • Leather-linedleather_lined

    Lined with leather; holds its shape and lasts longer.

  • Textile-linedtextile_lined

    Lined with fabric.

  • Pile-linedpile_lined

    Lined with sherpa, shearling or fleece for warmth.

  • Insulatedinsulated

    Lined with insulation for winter.

  • Removable linerremovable_liner

    A liner that comes out, such as a felt inner boot.

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  • shacket → Overshirt · shirt_jacket
  • OCBD → Shirt · fabric: oxford_cloth, collar_style: button_down
  • slingback, backstrap mule → Shoes · mule · fastening: heel_strap
  • deck shoe → Shoes · boat_shoe
  • brogue → broguing: *
  • moc-toe boot → Boots · toe_style: moc_apron
  • wallabee → Boots · chukka · toe_style: moc_apron
  • ranger → Boots · service_boot / field_boot
  • safari boot → Boots · field_boot
  • pac boot → Boots · snow
  • Dainite → outsole_type: studded
  • dad sneaker, chunky sneaker → Sneakers · lifestyle_runner
  • B-3, flight jacket → Jacket · aviator
  • A-2 → Jacket · bomber
  • Perfecto → Jacket · biker
  • military cap, field cap → Cap · cadet_patrol
  • sixpence → Cap · flat_cap / newsboy
  • duck → fabric: canvas
  • waxed, wax, waxed canvas, tin cloth, dry wax, oilskin → fabric: waxed_cotton
  • tee → T-shirt
  • jumper, sweater, pullover → Knit
  • trainers, kicks → Sneakers
  • pants → Trousers
  • joggers, sweats → Trousers · sweatpants
  • gilet, puffer vest → Vest · down
  • sweater vest, tank top → Vest · knit
  • wellies, wellingtons → Boots · rain
  • romper → Jumpsuit · playsuit
  • boilersuit → Overalls · coveralls
  • bib overalls → Overalls · dungarees
  • desert boot → Boots · chukka · outsole_type: crepe
  • roper → Boots · chelsea · toe_shape: square, heel: stacked
  • Beatle boot → Boots · chelsea · heel: cuban
  • needlecord → fabric: corduroy
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Seasons

  • Springspring

    Mild, changeable weather; light layers and transitional pieces.

  • Summersummer

    Warm to hot weather; light, breathable items.

  • Autumnautumn

    Cooling, often wet weather; mid-weight layers and boots.

  • Winterwinter

    Cold weather; heavy layers, insulation and protection.

Occasions

  • Everydayeveryday

    Ordinary days: errands, hanging out, casual plans.

  • Work/officework_office

    Clothes you would wear to your workplace or the office.

  • Eveningevening

    Dinners, bars, concerts and nights out.

  • Outdoors/hikingoutdoors_hiking

    Trails, walks in the countryside and time outdoors in the elements.

  • Sportsport

    Training, running, the gym and playing sport.

  • Traveltravel

    Comfortable, practical clothing for journeys.

  • Formal eventformal_event

    Weddings, galas, funerals and other dress-code events.

Verdicts

  • Keeperkeeper

    Absolutely keeping it.

  • Unratedunrated

    No opinion yet. This is the default.

  • Upgradeupgrade

    Keep it for now, but you want a better one. Offers to create an upgrade need on the wishlist.

  • Let golet_go

    You might discard it. Coverage shows the wardrobe with and without it, and it appears less often in suggestions.

Archive reasons

  • Soldsold

    Sold on to someone else.

  • Donateddonated

    Given away or donated.

  • Worn outworn_out

    Used up beyond repair.

  • Binnedbinned

    Thrown away.

  • Otherother

    Any other reason for removing it from the wardrobe.

Provenance

  • Newnew

    Bought new from a shop or the brand.

  • Vintagevintage

    Old and previously worn, typically 20 years or more.

  • Deadstockdeadstock

    Old stock that was never sold or worn, often still with tags.

  • Military issuemilitary_issue

    Original surplus made for and issued by an armed force.

  • Reproductionreproduction

    A faithful modern remake of a historical garment, often of military or workwear originals.

  • Custom/made to ordercustom

    Made for you: bespoke, made-to-order or print on demand.

Water protection

  • Nonenone

    No water protection.

  • Water-resistantresistant

    Sheds light rain for a while.

  • Waterproofproof

    Keeps out sustained rain. Can only be set once water-resistant is ticked.

Size systems

  • Letterletter

    Letter sizes such as S, M, L, XL and XXXL. Typical for tees, knits and casual outerwear.

  • EU tailoringeu_tailoring

    Even numbers from 44 to 64, used for blazers, suits and tailored coats.

  • Women's numericwomens_numeric

    Numbered women's sizes in EU (36–46), UK (6–20) or US (0–16).

  • Waist / inseamwaist_inseam

    Waist and leg length in inches, such as W36 L32. Used for trousers, jeans and shorts.

  • Collarcollar

    Neck measurement in centimetres or inches, such as 43 cm or 17". Used for dress shirts.

  • Shoeshoe

    Sizing (men's, women's, unisex), system (US, UK, EU), length and an optional width label and class.

  • Hathat

    Head circumference in centimetres, a US fitted size such as 7 ¼, or adjustable.

  • Brabra

    Band and cup, such as 75B (EU) or 34B (UK/US).

  • One sizeone_size

    No size; one size fits all.

  • Otherother

    Any other size, written as free text.