vampy

adjective

ˈvam-pē 

vampier; vampiest

: of or relating to a vamp : vampish

also : risqué

a vampy minidress

Examples of vampy in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Standouts this summer include Toteme’s minimalist sandal (a recurring bestseller), Alaïa’s padded take in a rich teal, and Gucci’s vampy red style. — Talia Abbas, Vogue, 10 July 2026

Tucking her rich brunette locks behind her ears allowed for the vampy lip and diamond earrings to shine. — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 2 July 2026

Hudson turned up the volume in a vampy red gown and Infinity stunned in a striking oxblood mermaid look from Louis Vuitton. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 22 Feb. 2026

Standouts include the vampy, campy room inspired by actress Trinidad Guevara and the sky-blue room that nods to both the national flag and the natural history painter Juan Manuel Blanes. — Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 12 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

vamp entry 1 + -y entry 1

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above