Glossary

If you are unsure about what some of the words and terms specific to alternative clothing and the gothic scene mean, you can now look up the most common definitions in use in our online store.

Detailed descriptions and definitions for the most common clothing styles associated with the gothic scene, like cyber, punk, bondage or rockabilly are provided, along with clothing examples directly from our store.

We provide explanations and definitions to most of the fabrics our clothes are made along with their specific attributes, from common cotton and wool to satin, velvet and voile!
 
Bustier

A bustier is a sleeveless (and often strapless) top held in place by elastic or stretch fabrics, sometimes through boning (although mesh panels are often used too). It is a form fitting item, designed to shape and enhance the bust line by pushing the bust up, tightening against the midriff and thus forcing the bosom to move up, all while gently shaping the waist.

A bustier is similar to a basque, except it is shorter, it reaches only down to the waist or ribs. In “regular” fashion bustiers are often worn as undergarment instead of a push-up bra, while in the gothic scene, bustiers are mainly used as outer wear.

 

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