RL Glossary

Damask

A type of jacquard fabric with a rich, reversible pattern. Originally a silk fabric from Damascus, damask now comes in both silk and man-made fibers, often with the addition of gold and silver thread.

Dart

A V-shaped sewn tuck used to make a garment fit to the body.

Deck shoe

A sneaker- or loafer-style shoe with a canvas upper and sturdy rubber sole inspired by shoes worn while boating.

Décolletage

A low-cut, flattering neckline.

Deerskin

An expensive, supple leather with a rugged, outdoorsy appearance.

Denim

A sturdy cotton twill most commonly woven with an indigo blue yarn and gray or mottled white yarn.

Dinner jacket

A single- or double-breasted tuxedo jacket finished with a shawl collar or peaked lapels.

Dip-dye

To color the ends of a fabric by partially immersing it in a solution for a gradated effect.

Doeskin fabric

A closely woven wool fabric with an extremely soft nap that is made to imitate sueded doeskin leather.

Dolman sleeve

A blousy sleeve style that is wide at the shoulder and tapers to a fitted cuff.

Donegal

Named for the county in Ireland, a woolen knit or tweed with coarse multicolored yarns that produce a mottled effect.

Double knit

Rib-knit jersey fabric made with double sets of needles resulting in a denser, more substantial fabric.

Double old fashioned glass (DOF)

A short tumbler used to serve beverages.

Double-faced

The term used to describe fabric that can be worn on either side.

Double-forward pleats

Set of two trouser pleats in which the folds face outward.

Double-needle topstitching

A method of finishing a seam with a row of stitches on either side of it.

Down

Light and extremely warm waterfowl feathers used as soft and luxurious stuffing for clothing and pillows.

Drape

A term used to describe the way fabric hangs or folds.

Drawstring

An adjustable cord laced through a hem, usually at the waistline, cuff or hood.

DriVent™

Lightweight, breathable fabric that wicks moisture to keep the body cool, dry and comfortable.

Driving mocassin

A slip-on loafer-like shoe style characterized by small rubber nubs at the sole.

Dual Match

Iconic Polo embroidery that features two polo players mid-match.

Duofold

A lightweight double-layer mesh piqué fabric.

Dupioni

A silk yarn characterized by subtle slubs and a slightly irregular texture.