: having a flared bottom and a close-fitting top
—used of a garment
an A-line skirt
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Every closet needs a black dress, and this A-line maxi dress is perfect for transitional weather.
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Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2025
Among the looks are cigarette pants, A-line skirts and classic blue jeans.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
The same designer was also behind the bride's custom strapless welcome party minidress and her sparkling floral high-low A-line reception gown, plus her bridesmaids' airy blue satin gowns.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Highlights include a longline jacquard coat with cozy sherpa lining, a wide-leg jeans with a flattering A-line silhouette, patchwork corduroy coordinates and a denim catsuit with flare legs.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Aug. 2025
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Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2025
Among the looks are cigarette pants, A-line skirts and classic blue jeans.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
The same designer was also behind the bride's custom strapless welcome party minidress and her sparkling floral high-low A-line reception gown, plus her bridesmaids' airy blue satin gowns.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Highlights include a longline jacquard coat with cozy sherpa lining, a wide-leg jeans with a flattering A-line silhouette, patchwork corduroy coordinates and a denim catsuit with flare legs.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Aug. 2025
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“A-line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/A-line. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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