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menswear

noun

Definition of menswearnext
as in haberdashery

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Recent Examples of menswear As far as menswear essentials go, chinos are right up there with the blue blazer and the oxford cloth button-down. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 14 Sep. 2026 The kicker is a perfect model for Shepherd’s, the made-to-measure menswear company he co-founded in Kansas City and recently opened a second location in Dallas. — Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2026 Whether that’s the pursuit of new forms of connection, experimenting with unfamiliar design frameworks such as a new menswear silhouette, or excavating references from the past, the brand approaches each collection with a spirit of inquiry. — Michael Anthony Hall, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026 Indeed, the French fashion house Celine first teased its collaboration shoe with Reebok at its menswear runway show in June, according to WWD, before unveiling the full campaign this week. — Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for menswear
Recent Examples of Synonyms for menswear
  1. haberdashery
  2. couture
  3. sportswear
  4. tailoring
  5. outerwear
  6. activewear
  7. loungewear
  8. underwear
Noun
  • There was a dime store, a haberdashery, and a newspaper; for a while, Sam delivered fresh produce and cured meats by horse and buggy.
    — Rozina Ali, New Yorker, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The total space, including the original fabric and haberdashery rooms, now spans nearly 5,000 square feet, with 20 team members.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 23 July 2026
Definition of haberdashery
Noun
  • In July, the multihyphenate — who launched her hair care line, Grow-Good Beauty, in March — took her hair to new heights, crafting a spherical updo, courtesy of Stylez, at the Robert Wun fall 2027 couture show in Paris.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Daisy Edgar-Jones Daisy Edgar-Jones stepped out for the Berlin premiere of Sense & Sensibility in a baby blue satin Armani Privé SS05 couture gown and Boucheron jewelry.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of couture
Noun
  • Ayman El Bouhy, chairman at Champs Land, an Egyptian sportswear manufacturer operating out of the Mekka Industrial Zone in Abu Rawash, spoke about the fast-growing changes in the industry and inside his own business.
    — Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The sportswear industry is in a funk, dragged down by a lackluster market for lifestyle sneakers and apparel.
    — Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of sportswear
Noun
  • Her work combined British tailoring and historical references with deliberately confrontational elements, enthusiasts say.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The edits focus on key seasonal themes including maximalist looks, statement tailoring, elevated layering and modern takes on heritage pieces.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of tailoring
Noun
  • The rundown by Coveteur of fall 2026 outerwear trends also flags military jackets, shrunken lapels, capes and silk jackets as looks worth watching.
    — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The funnel neck coat surfaces across the outerwear spectrum this fall.
    — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of outerwear
Noun
  • Founded by Rachel Dillon in 2019, CSB — formerly named Crop Shop Boutique — merges functional activewear with elevated design.
    — Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
  • With the rise of activewear as a high-fashion option, black biker shorts are no longer relegated to yoga studios and barre classes.
    — Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of activewear
Noun
  • But by definition, a nightgown is only meant for sleep and loungewear.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The wide-leg shape keeps things polished, while the stretchy fabric and elastic waistband feel more like loungewear.
    — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of loungewear
Noun
  • Guests flitted around, in and out of racks filled with Skims’s big apparel and underwear hitters, and making use of the Skims photobooth.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Like her shoes and underwear, Larsson’s gloves were also custom-made just for her.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of underwear

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“Menswear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/menswear. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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