Do you need to know what these words mean???

What words you ask? These: dhoti, ombre, peplum, or cage coat/shoes. Basically, no, you don't need to know what they mean. Except for peplum, which is actually a clothing construction term that has been around forever, the others you probably won't ever hear in casual conversation. Dhoti describes an Indian pant that resembles the harem pant of the 80's and is making a timid comeback. Unless you work in the fashion industry and are fairly modelesque, I wouldn't try them. They are being shown in fashion magazines and are really just confusing the general public that have begun to embrace wearing a slightly flared leg, not tapered! Ombre is a fabric with graduated shades of a color. It can resemble a high class tie~dye print. Generally you will see it made into skirts and dresses. I included peplum because some spring styles are showing it on jackets and tops. A peplum is a hem constructed of a gathered or flared piece of material below a seam. A short, fitted peplum jacket is a cute look this season. The word cage is being used to describe material that looks like just that, a cage. I've seen a leather jacket, shoe, and a skirt, all leather with a cage look. Obviously, the jacket and skirt would require something underneath! The shoes were a platform sandal and the cage look went up the calf about midway. Interesting. So, maybe 2 or 3 out of the 4 may catch some fashionista's fancy. But, the most important tip I'd like to convey is about pant length and hem width. The cut that is flattering to most women, and you've heard it a thousand times, is a slight flare or, if you are larger, a cut that hangs from the top of the thigh down. Generally your pants should be no shorter than 1/2 way up your shoe heel. Oh, just call me and I'll show you! Hope you have a great rest of the week.