Thesaurus results for CHEMISE

chemise

noun

Definition of chemise

as in kirtle

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Recent Examples of chemise Another photo shows her in a white lace chemise over a black bra and leather pants, with a pair of handcuffs dangling from her wrist. — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 22 Nov. 2025 Or go for a one-piece, like a nightgown or a chemise, which eliminates one item from your carry-on. — Gabrielle Porcaro, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025 In the late 18th century, French artist Elizabeth Louise Vigée Le Brun painted a portrait of Marie Antoinette, the last queen of France, wearing a sloping straw hat and chemise dress — a typical undergarment for women at the time. — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 29 July 2025 Its styling nods to iconic Italian bombshells like Sophia Loren and Monica Bellucci, with bralettes, chemises, nightgowns, robes, and underwear that cling to your curves and accentuate the waist and bust. — Malia Griggs, Glamour, 20 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for chemise

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Noun

Enlarge / Vintage illustration of medieval women wearing kirtles.

— Diana Gitig, Ars Technica, 11 Feb. 2023

Definition of kirtle

Noun

The capsule includes a lingerie set, a pajama set, cotton shorts, a silk nightwear set comprising a top and panties, as well as a kimono, a pocket square and a scarf.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
The easiest thing to do is to slip a kimono or scarf in your beach bag or backpack.

— Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of kimono

Noun

Cushionaire Topcat Sneakers Continuing her suede streak, my mom sent me the link to these retro-feeling sneakers that would pair sweetly with anything from wide-leg jeans to a sundress.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 24 Oct. 2026
What separates this dress from a regular sundress is the boning-like seams down the length of it that mimic a corset-style bodice.

— Mia McManus, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of sundress

Noun

The Valkyries went on a 17-3 run to close out the quarter, and Williams’ jumper gave Golden State the lead and the Chase Center came alive as the franchise was a quarter away from clinching its first title.

— Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 1 Nov. 2026
Nolan Traoré found his jumper after halftime, Julius Randle added timely baskets and passes, and Day’Ron Sharpe kept working the glass.

— C.J. Holmes, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of jumper

Noun

These styles—like the retro housedress—are from another era of fashion that’s catching up as a trend today, so we’re thrilled to see that this cozy, refined staple of mid-century sleepwear is having a little renaissance.

— Clint Davis, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
Spring/Summer 2023 collection was sunny, optimistic, and breezy—no doubt lead by its hero piece, the signature nightgown, a misnomer for the flowy, bohemian housedress that put the brand on the map.

— Lauren Caruso, Harper's BAZAAR, 12 Aug. 2022

Definition of housedress

Noun

Between its pleats, lace detailing, and soft peplum design, the shirt has the DNA of a pintuck or shirtwaist blouse, but the front tie design gives it a sexier, romantic appeal.

— Irene Richardson, InStyle, 1 June 2026
Ballet flats, separates, the shirtwaist dress, spaghetti straps on evening gowns, strapless swimsuits and athletic-friendly designs were among her creations.

— Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 10 June 2025

Definition of shirtwaist

Noun

Rosalía had no need for a flat shoe, and masterfully walked through the subway grates with her statement high heels while showing off her toned legs with a minimalist all-black minidress.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
Her velvet minidress and Jimmy Choo heels were, however, paired with a little backcombing of the hair, a subtle nod to her Nashville past.

— Olivia Allen, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026