Clothes are an essential part of our vocabulary. We talk about them all the time, but what are the names of each item? How can differentiate them? What are the types of clothes that men and women use? With this post, you will learn everything you need to know about clothes.
All of us wear clothes, and we need to reference them or talk about them most of the time. This happens in every language, even without excluding English. Therefore, this is the perfect moment to learn some valuable information about “clothes vocabulary“.
From essential clothing, going all the way through accessories, and even the least worn items have a name, and we will teach them to you in this post. You will use this vocabulary in the future, so now is the correct moment to learn it.
For example:
- If you are an artist and travel on special occasions like Christmas, or during the seasons: spring, summer, autumn, or winter, and you need to buy special clothing for the occasion, then you will need to learn this vocabulary.
- If you are looking for special clothing pieces for social, sporting, educational, or any kind of event, then this vocabulary will be really helpful.
- Or if you simply want to know about the subject, and to broaden your vocabulary, then this post is perfect for you.
What you should know about “clothing vocabulary”
When we need to dress, we need to pay attention to the type of clothing item that we need to wear, and if it is the right one for each occasion.
Let’s begin!
We first start with men’s clothing
In this next section, you will be able to see the different types of words that fit the dress-code for the gentlemen in special occasions. You will also see that they can be used in singular and plural.
Men’s clothing
| Suit (s) |
| Shirt(s) |
| Tie(s) |
Women’s clothing for special occasions
| Dress(es) |
| Blouse(s) |
| Skirt(s) |
Unisex clothing
| Coat(s) |
| Jacket(s) |
| T-shirt(s) |
| Trouser(s) or Pants |
| Jean(s) |
| Short(s) |
| Jumper(s) pullover(s) |
| Sweatshirt(s) with a hood |
| Glove(s) |
As we can see, different elements of clothing can fit into any type of situation. If you want to dress for let’s say: a social gathering, then a suit for the men and a dress for the women is the right choice, but if you want to go to the movies and go out with friends, then using a pair of jeans, and a t-shirt is a right choice too.
Let’s talk about some different clothing items
Baby clothing
| Baby Mittens |
| Nappy (nappies) |
| Baby Appron |
Holiday clothing
Swimming costume(s) Bathing costume(s) Swimsuit(s) |
| Bikini(s) |
| Swimming trunk(s) |
Other types of clothes that you may use
| NIGHTWEAR |
| Nightdress(es) |
| Nightie(s) |
| Pyjama(s) |
| UNDERWEAR (MEN) |
| Boxers |
| Y-fronts |
| Underpants |
| UNDERWEAR (WOMEN) |
| Bra(s) |
| Knicker(s) |
| Night tie(s) |
| Tight(s) |
| FOOTWEAR |
| Shoes |
| Sandal(s) |
| Boot(s) |
| Wellington(s) |
| Slipper(s) |
| Sock(s) |
| High hills |
| HEADWEAR |
| Beret(s) |
| Bowler hat(s) |
| Hat |
| Cap(s) |
Get to know more vocabulary about clothing
| ACCESSORIES |
| Belt(s) |
| Handbag(s) |
| Headscarf (headscarves) |
| Scarf (scarves) |
| Glasses |
| Sunglasses |
| Watch(es) |
| Glove(s) |
| Handkerchief |
| JEWELRY |
| Earring(s) |
| Ring(s) |
| Necklace(s) |
| Bracelet(s) |
| PARTS OF THE SHIRT(S) |
| Button |
| Seam |
| Cuff |
| Collar |
Phrases and expressions related to “clothing vocabulary”
| Changing room |
| Get dressed |
| It fits you |
| It suits you |
| Match |
| Size |
| Shoe size |
| Too tight |
| Oversize |
| Try on |
| Tailor |
| Dressmaker |
| Tailored suit |
| To wear |
| To have something on |
| To put on |
| To dress |
| To be (dressed) in |
| To take off or to undress |
| To come into fashion |
| To unzip |
| To zip up |
| To button up |
| To unbutton |
With these new words, you will be able to talk about your clothes in any occasion. If you have any more questions then you can contact us, and we will gladly guide you and support you with anything you need. Take your English to the next level with B1b2. Good luck!