outerwear
noun
out·er·wear
ˈau̇-tər-ˌwer 
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear
Examples of outerwear in a Sentence
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Slim-fitting trousers, laidback tees, and eccentric outerwear selections are what his wardrobe is partially filled with.
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Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Apr. 2024
With a White Tee and Jeans—But Make ’Em Capri
A classic T-shirt and jeans is always a great base for any and all outerwear.
—Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2024
This smooth relationship between the two has contributed to confidence among investors and share price gains for both—Meta is up 42% in the year to date—meaning the multibillion-dollar bromance may go far deeper than outerwear.
—Byeleanor Pringle, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2024
Women's base layers Women's sweaters & long sleeves Men's base layers
Men's sweaters
When packing for any ski trip, outerwear is a given, but there are ways to make those essentials— ski jackets, suits, pants—feel more special.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2024
Another brilliant collection from Irish designer Robyn Lynch, this time including a collaboration with C.P. Company, as the designer upcycles outerwear pieces from the Italian sportswear brand’s past collections into a capsule of one-off designs.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
Designed to be worn as outerwear in warm weather or as a technical midlayer in winter, the Arc’Teryx Atom Vest offers year-round wearability.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2024
Jeans, dresses, outerwear, tops, and even underwear (like the wildly popular Calvin Klein bralette) are worth adding to your cart today.
—Amanda Oliver, Peoplemag, 21 Feb. 2024
Lapel-less alpaca wool overcoats are a standout among the outerwear, plus a luxurious shearling overcoat.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2024
Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Apr. 2024
With a White Tee and Jeans—But Make ’Em Capri
A classic T-shirt and jeans is always a great base for any and all outerwear.
—Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2024
This smooth relationship between the two has contributed to confidence among investors and share price gains for both—Meta is up 42% in the year to date—meaning the multibillion-dollar bromance may go far deeper than outerwear.
—Byeleanor Pringle, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2024
Women's base layers Women's sweaters & long sleeves Men's base layers
Men's sweaters
When packing for any ski trip, outerwear is a given, but there are ways to make those essentials— ski jackets, suits, pants—feel more special.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2024
Another brilliant collection from Irish designer Robyn Lynch, this time including a collaboration with C.P. Company, as the designer upcycles outerwear pieces from the Italian sportswear brand’s past collections into a capsule of one-off designs.
—Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2024
Designed to be worn as outerwear in warm weather or as a technical midlayer in winter, the Arc’Teryx Atom Vest offers year-round wearability.
—Jessica MacDonald, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2024
Jeans, dresses, outerwear, tops, and even underwear (like the wildly popular Calvin Klein bralette) are worth adding to your cart today.
—Amanda Oliver, Peoplemag, 21 Feb. 2024
Lapel-less alpaca wool overcoats are a standout among the outerwear, plus a luxurious shearling overcoat.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 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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