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hemline
This term refers specifically to the finished bottom edge of a garment. While it is a technical sewing term, it is frequently used in fashion journalism to describe trends and social mores, as the height of a hemline often reflects the cultural climate of a specific era.
In a sociological context, the concept of the hemline index suggests a correlation between skirt lengths and economic prosperity, where shorter hemlines are associated with bullish markets and longer hemlines with economic downturns.
Meanings
Examples
The tailor carefully pinned the hemline to ensure the dress fell perfectly.
I think the hemline is a bit too short for a professional office environment.
I think the hemline is a bit too short for a professional office environment.
She noticed a loose thread hanging from the hemline of her skirt.
The hemline of the gown brushed against the marble floor as she walked.
Fashion trends shifted, and the average hemline rose significantly during the sixties.
I need to raise the hemline of these trousers by an inch.
The delicate lace along the hemline added a touch of elegance to the dress.