RL Style Guide

 
 
Eau de parfum
A type of fragrance containing a high concentration of essential oils and aromatic compounds for a stronger, longer lasting scent.
 
 
Eau de toilette
A type of fragrance containing a lower concentration of essential oils and aromatic compounds for a lighter scent.
 
 
Eco-friendly
A term used to describe products that are free of toxic chemicals that inflict harm on the environment.
 
 
Egyptian cotton
Produced along the Nile River in Egypt, high-quality long-staple cotton fiber that is stronger and more lustrous than other grades of cotton.
 
 
Elastane
A synthetic fiber known for excellent elasticity and recovery ability.
 
 
Embossing
A finishing process used to create a raised or depressed design on fabric, leather or metal.
 
 
Embroidery
A centuries-old art in which fabric is embellished using a needle and thread to create decorative designs.
 
 
Empire waist
A high waistline on dresses or tops that begins just below the bust.
 
 
End-on-end
A plain-woven, typically cotton shirting fabric with alternating warped yarns, one in white and one in color, to produce a chambray effect.
 
 
Engineered
A term used to describe a print that is strategically laid out in the cutting or knitting of a garment.
 
 
Epaulet
A military-inspired band of fabric, often attached with a button, that adorns the shoulders of a jacket, coat, sweater or shirt.
 
 
Equestrian/equestrienne
Of or relating to horseback riding or horseback riders.
 
 
Espadrille
A rope-soled shoe with a canvas upper, sometimes with lacing that ties around the ankle.
 
 
Estate collar
A 2 1/4" spread collar with a sewn-in interlining for a dressier appearance.
 
 
Eyelet
A type of embroidery in which holes are punched into fabric, most often cotton, and finished and embellished using a needle and thread.