: having a flared bottom and a close-fitting top
—used of a garment
an A-line skirt
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With tapered sleeves, a structured collar, and an A-line skirt, this Target dress hits all the proportion concerns petite people often face, tailoring it perfectly for a petite frame.
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2025
Cynthia Erivo attended the London premiere of Wicked: For Good in a custom navy blue and black Prada gown with a dramatic A-line skirt and leather sleeves.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 12 Nov. 2025
Every closet needs a black dress, and this A-line maxi dress is perfect for transitional weather.
—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
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Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2025
Cynthia Erivo attended the London premiere of Wicked: For Good in a custom navy blue and black Prada gown with a dramatic A-line skirt and leather sleeves.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 12 Nov. 2025
Every closet needs a black dress, and this A-line maxi dress is perfect for transitional weather.
—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
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“A-line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/A-line. Accessed 18 Dec. 2025.
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