Verbs Relating to Clothing

to control and organize the different parts of an activity and the group of people involved so that a good result is achieved

The event planner coordinated all aspects of the wedding, ensuring that vendors, guests, and the wedding party were synchronized for a seamless celebration.

to securely close a piece of clothing, a bag etc. by pulling up a sliding fastener

Before heading out, he will zip his backpack to keep his belongings secure.

to have something such as clothes, shoes, etc. on your body

She decided to wear a beautiful dress to the party.

a small, round object, usually made of plastic or metal, sewn onto a piece of clothing and used for fastening two parts together

He carefully fastened the buttons on his shirt.

to make a person or thing different

Online shopping has changed the way people shop for goods and services.

to provide someone or ourselves with clothes; to dress someone or ourselves

As parents, it's our responsibility to clothe our children in warm jackets and hats for the cold weather.

a piece of clothing worn by girls and women that is made in one piece and covers the body down to the legs but has no separate part for each leg

He asked her wife to wear a formal dress to the event.

to bring two parts of something together

He couldn't figure out how to fasten the buttons on his shirt with his cold fingers.

to be of the right size or shape for someone

Can you try on these shoes to see if they fit?

to become wider at one end or toward the bottom

The bell-bottom trousers flared at the bottom, creating a fashionable and retro look.

to be the same as or similar to something else

His skills in tennis match those of a professional player.

to wear clothes that are too formal or elaborate for an occasion

to remove one's own clothes

Feeling the warmth of the sun, she decided to strip and enjoy the beach in her swimsuit.

to remove a piece of clothing or accessory from your or another's body

After a long day at work, I like to take off my high heels.

to reach for something and hold it

He took the cup of coffee from the table and sipped it slowly.

to put on a piece of clothing hastily and without care

I'll just throw a jacket on before we leave.

to put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits and how it looks

Can I try these sunglasses on to see how they look on me?

to open the buttons of a piece of clothing

to put on clothes that are not formal or elaborate enough for an occasion

to take one's clothes off

After a long day at work, she undressed and changed into comfortable loungewear.

to undo or untie; to make something become loose or open

to separate the parts of a lace, string, etc. that form a knot

to separate the two sides of a zipper on a piece of clothing or other item by pulling the slider or tab down

He unzipped his jacket before sitting down.

to design, arrange, or present something in a particular way

The fashion designer wanted to style the runway show with a mix of bold colors and elegant silhouettes.

to get rid of something, often by throwing it away or selling it

We need to remove the old furniture from the house before the renovation.

to fasten a piece of clothing, etc. with a zipper

The sleeping bag was cozy and comfortable when completely zipped up.

to make or adapt something specifically to fit an individual's needs or requirements, especially in relation to clothing or other bespoke items

to put on one's clothes

Every morning, I get dressed in my business attire before heading to the office.

to wear a garment by pulling it over one's body without fastening it

Feeling cold, she pulled on a cozy sweater.

to successfully achieve or accomplish something

Despite the challenges, they managed to pull off the event.

to fasten, button, zip, or otherwise secure something, often related to clothing or accessories

She asked for help to do up the zipper on the back of her dress.

to dress in a more casual or informal manner than usual, often for a specific occasion or to conform to a dress code

On Fridays, we are allowed to dress down at the office.

to wear formal clothes for a special occasion or event

They decided to dress up for the elegant gala, donning evening gowns and tuxedos.

to be wearing an item of clothing or accessory

She had her new dress on for the party.

to put on a piece of clothing or footwear quickly and easily, often without fastening or tying it

She slipped on her shoes and ran outside.

a jacket with a pair of pants or a skirt that are made from the same cloth and should be worn together

He paired his suit with polished dress shoes.

to dress up or to put on clothes for a particular occasion

to open or release a buckle or fastening from a belt, shoe, or other item of clothing

an item of clothing that is worn on the body, including various types of clothing such as shirts, pants, dresses, etc.

The designer created a stunning garment that was the highlight of the fashion show.

clothes, used particularly when being sold

The boutique offered a wide selection of high-quality apparel for men and women.