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Adjective
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The three-piece set includes a quilt and two pillowcases made from a premium blend of brushed microfiber, which results in a silky-smooth, lightweight texture that provides warmth, comfort, and breathability when temperatures start to rise.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026 -
Spanx AirEssentials Brushed Full-Zip Jacket Not to be missed, this zip-up jacket — complete with an ultra-soft brushed interior and stately mock neckline — offers a more sophisticated take on travel day dressing.—
Averi Baudler,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Along with their sleek styles (no cheesy paisley patterns here), these cases are filled with extra pockets and compartments to ensure easy access to your favorite products and tools.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
15 Mar. 2026
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It's often adorned with wide straps, sleek zippers, or statement details to give the silhouette a distinctive finish while keeping the overall design streamlined.—
Jasmine Fox-Suliaman,
InStyle,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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On the walls, some embossed with seashells, are moon carvings and brass suns, glossy lacquer minibars in baby blues and oxblood reds, and wonky puzzle piece doorknobs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
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Separately, curtains and wallpaper adorned in smaller-scale patterns and matte finishes tend to read calmer than glossy or metallic treatments that can introduce noise and disarray.—
Jacorey Moon,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Sticking to a cotton-candy sky color palette (think blush, baby blue, and hints of lavender), the look feels equal parts playful and polished.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
15 Mar. 2026
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These wide-leg trousers look equally polished at dinner or while exploring museums, but feel comfortable enough for all-day wear.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The velvet number had glistening golden fringe on the skirt.—
Juliana Ukiomogbe,
InStyle,
16 Mar. 2026
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The former fake hotel is now full of glistening bronze pipes, a retro futurist look that former Imagineer Joe Rohde, who led the design, has said takes influence from the high-tech aesthetic of architect Renzo Piano, who worked on France’s Pompidou Centre.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Some feature blue-green or silver-tinged foliage, others lustrous golden needles.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 Mar. 2026
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There were also loose floral dresses, tight and slouchy leather garments, statement fur coats and plenty of sparkling or lustrous looks.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Semilustrous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/semilustrous. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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