Glossary

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Fougère is a term used in perfumera referring to a male fragrance category, based on a composition of bergamot, oakmoss, and geranium.

Fourragere refers to a braided cord worn usually around the left shoulder, especially when awarded as a military decoration

Foxing refers to a a strip of rubber that joins the upper and sole of a shoe. Foxing is typically found on canvas sneakers

Deutsch: Zerbrechlichkeit / Español: Fragilidad / Português: Fragilidade / Français: Fragilité / Italiano: Fragilità

Fragility in the fashion context refers to the delicate nature or susceptibility of certain materials, garments, or design elements to damage, wear, or deterioration. Fragile items in fashion often include those made from fine fabrics, intricate embellishments, or lightweight constructions that require careful handling and maintenance to preserve their quality. Fragility in fashion can also encompass the ephemeral nature of certain trends or the sensitivity of clothing to environmental conditions, such as humidity, sunlight, or abrasion.

Deutsch: Riechstoff / Italiano: Aromatizzante
An aroma compound, also known as odorant, aroma, fragrance or flavor, is a chemical compound that has a smell or odor. A chemical compound has a smell or odor when it is sufficiently volatile to be transported to the olfactory system in the upper part of the nose.

Deutsch: Frankreich / Español: Francia / Português: França / Français: France / Italiano: Francia

France in the context of fashion is renowned for being one of the world's leading fashion capitals, known for its rich history, influential designers, and iconic fashion houses. Paris, in particular, is synonymous with high fashion and couture, setting global trends and standards in the industry.

Francophile refers to a person who admires France, particularly its culture and its people; person with fondess for France and things "French", like food and clothing, music, architec

Frankincense & Myrrh refers to a unisex amber fragrance created by Perfumer Shirley Brody in 1983 for Czech & Speake. Orris, vetiver, chamomile and lavender are added on the balsamic