Elizabeth Coatsworth uses short, quick words in the first stanza of "Swift Things Are Beautiful" because they d. contribute to the ongoing metaphor in Coatsworth's work. In my opinion it's the most correct option.
I would say talk to a family member or read a book about fashion in the 80s! hope this helps you in any way.
Lines 10,11,12,13,14,16 those are the repetition in the poem
