Retail English 2 — Clothing & Fashion Vocabulary BE

The language of clothing retail — from sizes and fits to fabrics and styles. Essential for anyone working in a fashion or clothing store.

Vocabulary in context

Clothing retail has its own vocabulary, and customers expect you to know it instantly. When someone asks if something comes in a slim fit, or wants to know the fabric composition, or asks about the inseam measurement — the right word delivered confidently is what turns a browser into a buyer. This exercise covers the terms that come up every shift.

Ready to practice! Let's go!

Fill in each blank with the correct word from the list:

slim fit
inseam
polyester
hem
tailor
size up
reversible
linen
neckline
pattern

1. This jacket is also — you can wear it inside out for a different look.

2. The on these trousers is 32 inches — that's the inside leg measurement.

3. This shirt has a very flattering — it's cut close to the body.

4. The blouse is 100% — it's very breathable, perfect for summer.

5. If the dress is too long, we can it for you — it usually takes a week.

6. The of this dress is quite low — some customers prefer something more conservative.

7. This material is a and cotton blend — it won't wrinkle as much as pure cotton.

8. The on these trousers needs to be taken up a bit — they're dragging on the floor.

9. I normally take a medium, but with this brand I have to to a large.

10. This season, the floral is very popular — we can barely keep it in stock.