as in costume
a complete costume of harmonizing or complementary clothes and accessories
She wore an elegant three-piece ensemble.
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Recent Examples of ensemble
From minimalist thong sandals and caged jelly flats to sculptural wedges, the fashion set is embracing the bold hue as the season’s standout finishing touch, adding a vibrant pop of color to every warm-weather ensemble.
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Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
Now, the trailblazing work returns, reimagined for a new generation led by a remarkable ensemble of 5 women bringing Goldberg’s unforgettable characters back to the stage.
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Greg Evans,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
The monochromatic ensemble created a bold yet understated look, allowing the sharp tailoring and minimalist design to take center stage.
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Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
The starry ensemble also features Monica Barbaro as former CTO Mira Murati, alongside Cooper Hoffman, Jason Schwartzman, Cooper Koch, Billie Lourd, Zosia Mamet, Chris O’Dowd and Mark Rylance.
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Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
21 June 2026
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Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
Now, the trailblazing work returns, reimagined for a new generation led by a remarkable ensemble of 5 women bringing Goldberg’s unforgettable characters back to the stage.
—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
The monochromatic ensemble created a bold yet understated look, allowing the sharp tailoring and minimalist design to take center stage.
—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
The starry ensemble also features Monica Barbaro as former CTO Mira Murati, alongside Cooper Hoffman, Jason Schwartzman, Cooper Koch, Billie Lourd, Zosia Mamet, Chris O’Dowd and Mark Rylance.
—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
21 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensemble
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News how his costume took a toll on his body.
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In one photo, Affleck holds a young Seraphina in a baby carrier while holding hands with Violet, and in another, Affleck wears a Batman costume while holding son Samuel.
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No summer wardrobe is complete without a trusty pair of flip-flops — and Amazon shoppers seem to be on the same page.
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The way celebrities employ fashion references in their wardrobes is no accident, said Karefa-Johnson.
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The actress wore a striped T-shirt, one of her go-tos, and trousers with a bright blue bag for a simple outfit that can easily be reworn for sightseeing or dinner.
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Of course, when an outfit is pared back, accessories are even more important.
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In the last three months alone, Depop searches for babydoll dresses have increased by 144%, Y2K low- rise jeans by 102%, and peep toe heels by 108%, according to the platform.
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For Rome, Zendaya went archival, wearing a stunning beaded spiderweb dress from Giorgio Armani (spring ’90) and a shimmering Versace crop top and skirt (fall ’97).
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The best Prime Day clothing deals tend to change day by day, so check back in over the course of the event to shop all the newest and most exciting markdowns.
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Of course, those who’ve shopped the sale before know that many of the best Amazon Prime Day deals aren’t in the clothing department at all.
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“Ensemble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensemble. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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