Thesaurus results for HOUSEDRESS

housedress

noun

Definition of housedress

as in sundress

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Recent Examples of housedress 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 The sight of Carrie Bradshaw in a pink Batsheva housedress, babushka-style headscarf, and elbow-length latex gloves, with her trademark cigarette in hand. — Michelle Ruiz, Vogue, 20 Jan. 2022 Some of my reading says the dress isn’t quite as radical as Em in our show would suggest — that this style of housedress was typical for women of her time, just for housework and chores and such. — Jessica Goldstein, Vulture, 24 Dec. 2021 Unlike the original housedress, which was designed to #work, the modern Western interpretation of the caftan was designed for leisure. — Betsy Cribb, Southern Living, 19 May 2021

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Noun

This pair has polarized lenses to cut down on glare and protect against UV, plus classic black frames that pair with everything from a character tee to a sundress.

— Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2026
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

Definition of sundress

Noun

But a muumuu is much more multi-purpose than a nightgown could ever be.

— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026
By the grace of God for your mother and her Church, Trust the process for theirs; a sari or a muumuu or a bubu in her temple, Lululemon or Lilly Pulitzer in theirs.

— Taiye Selasi, New Yorker, 31 May 2026

Definition of muumuu

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

The 1910s envelope combination, a one-piece garment that combined the chemise and drawers, reshaped women’s lives, slimming down the stereotypical silhouette.

— April White, JSTOR Daily, 2 Sep. 2026
Jules, played by Hunter Schafer, appeared in a sheer, long-sleeve top underneath a silky pink chemise-style dress.

— Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 31 May 2026

Definition of chemise

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

Definition of minidress

Noun

This sheath had been Old Ripper’s armor and had turned the shotgun pellets and rifle bullets over the years.

— Jack Wingate as told to John Phillips, Outdoor Life, 7 Nov. 2026
The team found that the upper bill’s internal bony structure is much shorter than its external sheath.

— Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of sheath

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