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kimono

noun

Definition of kimononext
as in sundress

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Recent Examples of kimono Plus, the print was inspired by vintage kimonos and Japanese sashes. — Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026 In 2024, the city restricted access to some private-property alleys where tourists flocked to see geisha and their maiko apprentices dressed in traditional kimonos with makeup hair ornaments, performing dance and music. — Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 14 Feb. 2026 While entire spaces in bold colors are not traditional, Yoshida points to kimonos and historic Japanese screens as examples of color, pattern, and movement. — Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Jan. 2026 In Arashiyama, enjoy a kimono fitting before strolling through the Bamboo Grove and visiting Tenryuji Temple, where Zen aesthetics influence both garden design and cuisine. — Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for kimono
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kimono
  1. sundress
  2. chemise
  3. sheath
  4. minidress
  5. shirtwaist
  6. shirtdress
  7. muumuu
  8. housedress
Noun
  • The chic flat starts rubbing and the chunky sneaker suddenly feels too casual for a sundress.
    — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Toss it over a white T-shirt and jeans for an easy everyday outfit, pair it with trousers for a more polished look, or layer it over a sundress when warm afternoons turn into chillier evenings.
    — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of sundress
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
  • Alcaraz is coming back from tenosynovitis, an injury in which fluid accumulates in the sheath that protects a key tendon in the wrist.
    — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
  • The tang had a tendency to work loose, and the sheath would often be less than secure, letting the knife fall out during a parachute drop.
    — David Szondy August 30, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of sheath
Noun
  • The auction will represent the first time in nearly three decades that the black minidress by Greek designer Christina Stambolian will be available for sale.
    — Amy B Wang, Washington Post, 10 Sep. 2026
  • The exact ensemble varied for each member, ranging from a minidress with cutouts to a miniskirt paired with long sleeves.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of minidress
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
  • Fanning’s look also included a white Polo Ralph Lauren shirtdress with a collar and loose A-line structure.
    — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Casual meets chic with this sleeveless shirtdress that’s just $36.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of shirtdress
Noun
  • 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
  • Wearing a flowing purple muumuu, Monaleo gets to throwing down a soul food dinner for the whole family.
    — Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 30 Oct. 2025
Definition of muumuu
Noun
  • 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
Definition of housedress

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