bandeau

noun

ban·​deau ban-ˈdō How to pronounce bandeau (audio)
plural bandeaux also bandeaus ban-ˈdōz How to pronounce bandeau (audio)
1
: a fillet or band especially for the hair
2
: brassiere
also : a band-shaped covering for the breasts

Examples of bandeau in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Unlike nipple covers, which are limited in shape and size, boob tape can be cut and shaped in a variety of styles to achieve the backless look: over your shoulders for additional boob support, in a wide strip across your breasts like a bandeau, and even like a halter. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 4 Mar. 2024 But his most viral moment came at last year’s Oscar parties, when Hunter Schafer wore a single white feather bandeau top and long silk skirt hot off the Ann Demeulemeester runway, which de Saint Sernin led for a single season. Jacqui Palumbo and Alex Rees, CNN, 12 Feb. 2024 At the event, the singer rocked a Nicole + Felicia look with gold rose adornments on her bandeau and choker necklace. 20 of 25 Andra Day At the Pre-GRAMMY Gala in L.A., Andra Day's metallic gray two-piece played tricks on the eye with its cool design. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 5 Feb. 2024 Tailored suiting Then a tube top or bandeau on top of the dress Then the blazer to top it off. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 15 Jan. 2024 One photo shows Hadid stretching on a large white lounge chair while wearing a sunny yellow bikini with a bandeau halter top and side-tie bikini bottoms. Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 18 July 2023 Page 105 Moschino bandeau, $900, and skirt, $2,995; Moschino boutiques, 212-226-8300. Alicia Banilivy, Harper's BAZAAR, 23 Aug. 2023 The versatility comes with wraparound straps that can be worn in multiple ways, including a bandeau style, halter, or knotted. Maya Polton Updated, Parents, 10 Aug. 2023 For holiday gatherings, the collection includes several party looks, including a shearling bandeau and miniskirt set and a lurex knit cropped two-piece set in both gold and silver, the latter of which Jenner modeled with matching socks and skates. Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 8 Nov. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

French, diminutive of bande

First Known Use

1706, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of bandeau was in 1706

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Cite this Entry

“Bandeau.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bandeau. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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