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Recent Examples of costumey
The white trim along the front buttons and sleeve hems gives it a vintage feel without being costumey.
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Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
Speaking of styling tricks to steal, the foppish ties that almost looked like silk scarves or ribbons at the Yohji Yamamoto show would be a good alternative for women who want some kind of necktie but think a traditional men’s tie reads too costumey.
—Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 29 Jan. 2026
Never one to get too costumey, however, Hadid gave the look an edge with her styling.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2026
Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
Speaking of styling tricks to steal, the foppish ties that almost looked like silk scarves or ribbons at the Yohji Yamamoto show would be a good alternative for women who want some kind of necktie but think a traditional men’s tie reads too costumey.
—Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 29 Jan. 2026
Never one to get too costumey, however, Hadid gave the look an edge with her styling.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for costumey
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In a new Instagram post, costume designer Mona May shared a behind-the-scenes photo posing with the couple at a screeing of Chalamet's film Marty Supreme.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
13 Mar. 2026
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There are also costume sketches, props and behind-the-scenes looks.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Throw on a coordinating jacket and heeled thong sandals for your next dressy brunch or night on the town.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
16 Mar. 2026
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Exceptions To My Closet Clean-Out Rule The only exceptions to my rule are extremely sentimental and/or dressy pieces.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Most people are here for an easy getaway in the area—creative types on low-key weekend escapes from Los Angeles and couples who want something chic but unfussy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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Below, discover 20 of the chicest styles—each with both street style and runway seal of approval.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The City Council’s Rules Committee endorsed Wednesday moving all four of those measures one step closer to the November ballot and having the city attorney’s office craft formal ballot language.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Mar. 2026
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The rally followed a recent fact-finding process—a formal step in labor negotiations—which took place last Monday and Wednesday, during which union leaders said the district ended discussions early.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Marty Supreme star and presenter Gwyneth Paltrow looked fresh and fashionable in a custom Giorgio Armani Privé ivory silk strapless gown featuring dramatic cut-out sides that revealed nude tulle trousers accented by subtle crystal embellishment.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
16 Mar. 2026
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Premiering May 1 in theaters, The Devil Wears Prada 2 sees the fashionable return of Hathaway’s Andi, Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestley, Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton and Stanley Tucci as Nigel Kipling.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
15 Mar. 2026
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Restaurant by day, stylish club by night.—
Zacharia Washington,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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The technical goals don’t interfere with the home’s stylish design, though.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Costumey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/costumey. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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