How to Use maillot in a Sentence

maillot

noun
  • As a resort piece, wear over a maillot and cinch at the waist just in time for sunset.
    Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2021
  • Something always came between him and the glory of the maillot jaune.
    The Economist, 28 Nov. 2019
  • Style it with oversized shades, an Eres maillot, and an ice cold beverage.
    Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 23 June 2023
  • The race leader wears the iconic maillot jaune, or yellow jersey, in each day’s stage.
    Kevin Draper, New York Times, 29 June 2023
  • Most surprising were the number of custom maillots and shorts.
    Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 26 Jan. 2019
  • But in the end, there can only be one woman to win the overall and pull on the maillot jaune (yellow jersey).
    Liz Elting, Forbes, 2 Aug. 2022
  • The Baywatch-style suits are only part of the overall uptick in swimwear that's more maillot than bikini.
    Cara Kelly, USA TODAY, 26 May 2017
  • What is the best accessory for lounging poolside in nothing but a black maillot and a smile?
    Kirby Marzec, Vogue, 19 July 2017
  • Barbie, iconic black cat eye sunglasses, strapless black and white maillot.
    Andrea Nevins, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Aug. 2023
  • During the day on Friday, Whitney soaked up the sun on the beach in an Eres maillot.
    Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2017
  • This year is also the centenary of the maillot jaune, or yellow jersey, awarded daily to the race leader.
    The Economist, 25 July 2019
  • Options for one-piece suits are way more versatile than just utilitarian maillots.
    Caitlin Wallace, kansascity.com, 26 May 2017
  • The cut-out maillot featuring an unfathomable amount of underboob happens to be her favorite look, as well.
    Evan Real, Harper's BAZAAR, 20 Feb. 2016
  • Sofia Vergara posted this poolside pic in her ultra-flattering one-piece maillot.
    Zizi Strater, Peoplemag, 7 Feb. 2023
  • Whether with a one-piece bathing suit at the pool or your chicest vacation swimwear on holiday, cover-ups should enhance your bikini or maillot rather than hide it.
    Laura Lajiness Kaupke, harpersbazaar.com, 15 Apr. 2023
  • No home country hero has won the race since Bernard Hinault captured the maillot jaune in 1985.
    Adam Lashinsky, Fortune, 29 July 2019
  • And the trendy dual-tone maillot continues to be a popular style for the brand thanks to its ruffled straps and playful polka dot pattern.
    Emily Belfiore, Peoplemag, 20 Aug. 2022
  • Right now, Everlane is offering its versatile maillot for half off.
    Kelsey Mulvey, ELLE, 20 Aug. 2022
  • But even if your taste skews more modest, a Bo-ish neutral suit of your own will give you distinction in the sea of yawny black maillots and cutesy polka-dot bikinis.
    Christine Whitney, WSJ, 11 July 2018
  • The benefits of the maillot de bain are plentiful and mind you, its function is not necessarily confined to swimming.
    Sable Yong, Allure, 14 July 2017
  • Streamlined silhouettes from bandeau bikinis to classic maillots are extra chic when outlined with a contrasting trim.
    Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 22 Apr. 2026
  • Earlier this week, the singer was photographed putting her figure on display in a sunny yellow maillot and a gorgeous ivory swimsuit while relaxing on a lounge.
    Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 4 Aug. 2022
  • The tousle-haired Bennett was expected to compete this year for the maillot jaune, the yellow jersey worn by the Tour’s leader.
    Michael Powell, New York Times, 25 July 2019
  • The online-only collection includes colorful maillots and bikinis with cut-outs and revealing fits.
    Glamour, 20 Mar. 2019
  • When Martha posted her closeup—which featured her in a minimalist white maillot and a dessert-tone coverup—fans were quick to celebrate the historic moment.
    Kelsey Mulvey, House Beautiful, 18 May 2023
  • Our testers were impressed with how flattering the traditional maillot one-piece suit is without any ruching details or extra compressive panels.
    Amanda Constantine, Good Housekeeping, 9 Mar. 2023
  • And Vivian's looks are enjoying repeat performances for the summer of 2018—from white dots on a brown maillot to those statement button dresses.
    Kerry Pieri, Harper's BAZAAR, 24 May 2018
  • Made using vegan silk, this conscious and planet-friendly style staple can turn a classic maillot into sophisticated outfit for seaside cocktails.
    Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 21 May 2021
  • Much like how women put a lot of thought into picking the most flattering swimsuit (whether that be a bandeau bikini, a modest maillot, or a long-sleeve style) for their body, men also want to look their best while wearing less at the beach or pool.
    Sophie Dweck, townandcountrymag.com, 22 Apr. 2023
  • Despite efforts to place the iconic look firmly in the review mirror, Shopp’s Catalina maillot proves a revelatory artifact and one that tells much of the pageant’s story.
    Amy Argetsinger, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 Dec. 2021

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