classicism

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Recent Examples of classicism In the West, generative AI may beget even more totalitarian classicism—either of the pre-Mannerist or of the post-Mannerist ilk. Mario Carpo, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2025 Similarly, fashion brands at the fair doubled down on classicism, revisiting heritage menswear codes with a global perspective, adding references and craftmanship from a multitude of cultures and subcultures. Alex Badia, WWD, 17 Jan. 2025 This savoir-faire perfectly corresponds with the spirit of cooperation initiated by our founders, William Baume & Paul Mercier, where classicism meets creativity, expertise meets quality, tradition meets modernity, and elegance meets character... Baume & Mercier Contributor, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 Housed in a 19th century Roman palazzo, the hotel’s 78 rooms and suites showcase Italian baroque opulence and the elegance of French classicism, striking the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. Anna Haines, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for classicism
Recent Examples of Synonyms for classicism
Noun
  • Each offering is a place to uplift truth, refuse silence and, through images and words, bear witness to our dignity and power.
    Essence, Essence, 25 June 2025
  • But in a way, that's nothing new; trans people have been fighting for their rights, dignity, and liberation for generations.
    Veralyn Williams, NPR, 25 June 2025
Noun
  • Inspired by local culture, the patio's layout is a blend of traditional elements and modern sophistication.
    Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
  • Mogensen said these trims add depth and sophistication, aligning with the broader movement toward authenticity and storytelling.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 16 June 2025
Noun
  • Some voices, such as Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, have urged restraint against rushing to defer to Israel’s efforts—putting leading leftists in an odd confluence with folks like Carlson and former Trump counselor Steve Bannon.
    Philip Elliott, Time, 17 June 2025
  • While members called for restraint and diplomacy, divisions remain.
    Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 June 2025
Noun
  • Each brand employs a strikingly similar aesthetic vocabulary: muted color palettes dominated by whites, blacks, and earth tones; sans-serif typography that suggests clinical precision; and packaging that prioritizes geometric simplicity over ornamental flourish.
    Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 24 June 2025
  • In fact, many found AI content to be more personable and enjoyable, possibly due to its simplicity and accessibility.
    Katie Jewett, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
Noun
  • Lizotte describes The Foundry as an elevated dining experience of Contemporary American food, with a look that’s industrial chic with lots of brass, gold and black steel.
    Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 12 June 2025
  • Add pops of red to a neutral space or a spindly chair to capture cottage chic in your room.
    Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • As high heels become less of a requisite in certain arenas, the Cannes red carpet — whose ostentation is rivaled only by the Met Gala or the Oscars — is something of a final frontier.
    Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 24 May 2025
  • The pink-and-brown mansion, often considered a monument to Roaring 20s ostentation, stretches from Lake Worth to the Atlantic Ocean and contains 58 bedrooms, 33 bathrooms, three bomb shelters, a theater, a ballroom and a nine-hole golf course.
    Miami Herasld Archives, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The league presents a taste of professional baseball — one with a shorter season and a focus on instruction — before players are moved to Low-A Delmarva to start their climb up the minor league ladder in hopes of making it to the major leagues.
    Jacob Calvin Meyer, Chicago Tribune, 17 June 2025
  • Here’s why chili peppers may be good for you and how to heat up your diet for both taste and health.
    Matt Fuchs, Time, 17 June 2025
Noun
  • Known as Slide Job Ranch, the roughly 140-acre spread blends equestrian grandeur with high-octane heritage, a nod to its string of motorsports legends, including former owners Ernie Irvan and Joe Nemechek.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 June 2025
  • Descendants of the architect live on the top floor of the building today and have arranged the mansion-style apartment Airbnb to show off the grandeur of the space.
    Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2025

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“Classicism.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/classicism. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

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