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
Civetta and Graham wore coordinating bright floral ensembles while relaxing on a daybed in another snap.
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Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 8 Mar. 2026
Director Ryan Coogler’s Jim Crow-era vampire thriller also took home the night’s top prize: best ensemble.
—Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
On the spring 2026 runways, designers took to styling the humble piece not just an accessory but as the focal point of the ensemble.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
Reuniting with most of his favorite colleagues and friends after the success of Waiting for Guffman, Guest and his ensemble dropped what is quite simply one of the best comedies ever made and the standout of his remarkable career.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2026
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Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 8 Mar. 2026
Director Ryan Coogler’s Jim Crow-era vampire thriller also took home the night’s top prize: best ensemble.
—Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
On the spring 2026 runways, designers took to styling the humble piece not just an accessory but as the focal point of the ensemble.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 6 Mar. 2026
Reuniting with most of his favorite colleagues and friends after the success of Waiting for Guffman, Guest and his ensemble dropped what is quite simply one of the best comedies ever made and the standout of his remarkable career.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ensemble
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Adriana Lambarri’s costumes skillfully replicate the actor’s garb in the film while composer/sound designer Jazer Sibley-Schwartz channels at the outset a knowing nod to John Williams’ indelible, two-note cadence of menacing notes announcing the shark’s arrival.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
10 Mar. 2026
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And when Martha slips into costume designer Brenna Maienschein’s form-fitting leopard-print dress, her predatory strategy to seduce Nick as the final flank maneuver against her husband becomes clear.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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As the seasonal collections trickle in, our spring shopping list is your one-and-done guide to the runway must-haves with real-life wardrobe potential.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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Inspired by versatile luxury pieces, the label continues to curate seasonal collections, along with shoes, accessories and other wardrobe essentials.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 Mar. 2026
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It’s also streamlined enough to wear as a regular jacket while exploring—an easy layer to throw on with jeans, trousers, or casual travel outfits.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Mar. 2026
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The club’s touring outfit will also be on hand, with an assist from a 60-piece symphonic orchestra.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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Across her practice, Mann has focused on youth culture in South Africa, including how dress helps form one’s identity.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
11 Mar. 2026
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This Free People faux suede blazer is an elegant piece that looks just as great with a pair of jeans and a turtleneck as a dress out to dinner.—
Nneya Richards,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Mar. 2026
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His regular customers did not mention anything — not a surprise from clientele who know not to share classified information — but Esparza has been around long enough to sense that the Marines who were coming in to replace gear like sleeping bags and warm clothing were preparing to ship out.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Global textile production now exceeds 120 million metric tons annually, yet less than 1 percent of clothing is recycled back into new fibers.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Ensemble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensemble. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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