Definition of chiffon
1 : an ornamental addition (such as a knot of ribbons) to a woman's dress
2 : a sheer fabric especially of silk
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Exaggerated patterns on chiffon dresses elevates the everyday Doc Martens–and-jean-jacket look.
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Melania wore a pink silk chiffon dress designed by Gilles Mendel and Manolo Blahnik.
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The first lady is wearing a Gilles Mendel silk chiffon gown with Manolo Blahnik pumps.
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Hmm, maybe the silky chiffon frock with the beaded hem.
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And for many of these numbers the characters are backed up by the Divas (Colleen Grate, Shon Ruffin, Lexi Poindexter), golden-throated ladies in ’60s girl group chiffon who might have been plucked from a Motown revue.
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They are embellished with enough shiny sequins, faux fur, chiffon and gold lamé to make even the Supremes jealous.
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Clouds of chiffon, silk and lace hang from the ceiling in the form of gorgeous bridal gowns.
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From flapper-era fashions to swinging ’60s chiffon, the selection here changes regularly, offering a range of gowns, from traditional bridal looks to dresses in alternative hues, like pale pink or soft blue, and vintage lingerie.
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Origin and Etymology of chiffon
French, literally, rag, from chiffe old rag, alteration of Medieval French chipe, from Middle English chip chip
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Definition of chiffon
1 : resembling chiffon in sheerness or softness
2 : having a light delicate texture achieved usually by adding whipped egg whites or whipped gelatin lemon chiffon pie
First Known Use of chiffon
1903
CHIFFON Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of chiffon for English Language Learners
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: a very thin cloth made especially of silk
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