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Recent Examples of outerwear
The almost theatrical approach, complete with powder white wigs, opulent outerwear and hosiery, eventually turned into double-breasted coats, and trousers with stripes.
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Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2025
This light outerwear piece can be worn across all seasons, whether layered over jeans or trousers, or paired with casual jeans.
—Leila Najafi, Travel + Leisure, 21 Aug. 2025
Hooks are a simple but handy feature in any entryway, keeping outerwear, bags, and umbrellas within easy reach while preventing clutter from piling up on chairs or tables.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2025
Designers gave pajama sets daytime credibility by pairing them with bomber jackets and structured outerwear for a street-ready edge.
—Jalil Johnson, Refinery29, 13 Aug. 2025
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Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Aug. 2025
This light outerwear piece can be worn across all seasons, whether layered over jeans or trousers, or paired with casual jeans.
—Leila Najafi, Travel + Leisure, 21 Aug. 2025
Hooks are a simple but handy feature in any entryway, keeping outerwear, bags, and umbrellas within easy reach while preventing clutter from piling up on chairs or tables.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Aug. 2025
Designers gave pajama sets daytime credibility by pairing them with bomber jackets and structured outerwear for a street-ready edge.
—Jalil Johnson, Refinery29, 13 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for outerwear
Noun
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Some consider Miramar unique, in niche somewhere between traditional sportswear and athleisure.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
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American Eagle shares jumped more than 8% on Wednesday after the retailer announced a collaboration with Kelce's sportswear brand Tru Kolors.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
27 Aug. 2025
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The brand’s Go Walk Pant is a sleek style of activewear designed for movement (or cozy lounge days), with a double-layer compression waistband, pockets, a mid-rise fit, and semi-flare hem.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Sep. 2025
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Lululemon’s Reversible Crossover Sweater is perfect, with the feeling of an activewear top and the style of a standard crew sweater.—
Anne Taylor,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Aug. 2025
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Mango Short Knitted Turtleneck Dress A chunky turtleneck sweater dress is my fall staple, since it can be worn on its own with thigh-high suede boots, over tights or leggings with loafers, or as loungewear around a hotel room or chalet.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Aug. 2025
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Wild Fable Mid-Rise Knit Sweatpants Reliable loungewear that can also be dressed up with the right tops is the key to staying comfortable while looking chic.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Jeremy Allen White — who was previously romantically linked to Rosalía — also notably stripped down for an underwear campaign last January.—
Hedy Phillips,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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Those campaigns showcased a fresh lineup focused on confidence and modern underwear silhouettes, capturing energy from rising stars in basketball and football.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
9 Sep. 2025
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Descend into a world of low-slung loungers and flickering candles—where treatments range from warm rose oil massages to cryotherapy facials and hedgerow scrubs that feel like countryside meets couture.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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New York Fashion Week delivers the style inspo on and off the runway while the Emmys bring the red carpet glam, and don’t forget, Taylor Swift is back in the stands serving stadium couture with a blinding new accessory.—
Brittany Talarico,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This holiday season, Gap is ready to meet the demand for cotton sleepwear.—
Catherine Salfino,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Sep. 2025
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Among the categories selling were styles for going out, sleepwear, denim, fleece, swim.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
27 Aug. 2025
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Marking 50 years in the fashion industry in 2024, the house that Armani built was made durable by its commitment to well-fitting classics, combining expert tailoring and pragmatism with an elevated flair.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Armani’s sleek tailoring and unfussy silhouettes dovetailed with Diana’s new chapter as an independent woman and global humanitarian.—
Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outerwear. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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