Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hem-length
noun
ˈhɛm lɛŋkθ
Definition
The length of a garment from the hem at the bottom to the top of the garment or the point where it is intended to fall.
Examples
- The hem-length of her dress reached just above the knees.
- Designers often pay close attention to the hem-length of skirts when creating new collections.
- He asked for a shorter hem-length on his trousers for a more modern look.
Meaning
Hem-length is a term used in fashion design and tailoring to specify how long the finished edge of a piece of clothing will be.
Synonyms
- hemline
- garment length
- bottom length
