plaggene

Plaggene is the Norwegian term for clothing items worn by people. The word plagg is the singular noun for a garment; the definite plural form plaggene refers to “the garments,” while the indefinite plural is plagg. The term is commonly used in everyday language, fashion discourse, retail, and wardrobe planning to denote clothing collectively or as a set.

Etymology and linguistic notes: Plagg originates from older Norwegian and related Germanic roots for garments. The form plaggene as the definite plural is routinely used when speaking about specific sets of clothing, such as “the garments in the store” or “the garments you wear.”

Scope and categories: Plaggene covers all types of clothing, including outerwear (jakker, kåper), tops (skjorter, bluser, T-skjorter), bottoms (bukser, skjørt), underwear, sleepwear, and sometimes accessories when considered as wearable items. Materials range from natural fibers such as cotton and wool to synthetics and blends, with care and durability varying by fabric.

Industry and usage: In fashion and retail, plaggene is used to refer to inventory, collections, or a person’s wardrobe. The term supports discussions of dressing needs, seasonal collections, and consumer choices. In cultural contexts, clothing as plagg is linked to style, climate adaptation, and social norms, influencing how individuals assemble outfits for different occasions.

Care and maintenance: Handling and care depend on the material and construction of each plagg. Care labels provide washing, drying, and ironing instructions, and responsible consumer practices include sorting by fabric type and recycling or donation when items are no longer needed.

See also: clothing, fashion, wardrobe, textiles.