outerwear
noun
out·er·wear
ˈau̇-tər-ˌwer 
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear
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The retailer specializes in fitness clothing for women and men, including shorts, joggers, leggings and outerwear such as jackets and hoodies.
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Jacqueline Pinedo, Sacramento Bee, 5 June 2024
Think About Proportions As someone who often has worn things one to two sizes too big or worn outerwear that swallowed my figure whole, knowing your proportions is key to putting together any look.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 29 May 2024
Noe DeWitt/Courtesy White Barn Inn The property has also partnered with tony outerwear company Barbour for an in-house borrowing closet perfect for braving Maine winters.
—Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2024
Hanna Andersson also uses recycled materials for items like outerwear.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 18 May 2024
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Jacqueline Pinedo, Sacramento Bee, 5 June 2024
Think About Proportions As someone who often has worn things one to two sizes too big or worn outerwear that swallowed my figure whole, knowing your proportions is key to putting together any look.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 29 May 2024
Noe DeWitt/Courtesy White Barn Inn The property has also partnered with tony outerwear company Barbour for an in-house borrowing closet perfect for braving Maine winters.
—Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2024
Hanna Andersson also uses recycled materials for items like outerwear.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 18 May 2024
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“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outerwear. Accessed 16 Jun. 2024.
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outerwear
noun
out·er·wear
ˈau̇t-ər-ˌwa(ə)r
-ˌwe(ə)r
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear
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