| Jacket |
A garment that usually falls to the waist or hip that closes in front and is meant to be worn over clothing either indoors or outdoors. |
| Jacquard |
A decorative design which is woven into the fabric on a jacquard loom forming a slightly raised decorative area. These designs can range from basic florals to very intricate patterns. |
Jean  |
A term used interchangeably to describe a sturdy cotton twill fabric typically woven with an indigo blue yarn and gray or mottled white yarn, and a trouser made from this fabric. |
| Jersey |
A plain stitch knitted cloth in which the fabric is knitted on circular, flatbed or warp methods. This fabric is very elastic with good draping qualities. Most often used in t-shirts. |
| Jewel neckline |
A high, round neckline with a clean finish, so called because it is the best background for the display of jewels |
| Jodhpurs |
A style of trouser that fits loosely about the hips and tightly about the calves. Taking their name from a former Indian city, jodhpurs became popular riding breeches after WWI and continue to reflect the ultimate in equestrian style. |
| Jumper |
A woman's or girls' sleeveless dress that is worn over a sweater or blouse |
| Jumpsuit |
A one-piece garment that combines a shirt and trousers and usually closes up the front. Originally worn by aviators and parachute troopers, during WWI and WWII, jumpsuits became popular during the 1960s especially for use while skiing |
