sleepwear

noun

Definition of sleepwearnext
as in underwear

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Recent Examples of sleepwear While comfort was top of mind for Culpo, her breezy summer ensemble clearly delivered a stylish blend of loungewear and sleepwear worthy of replicating. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 9 Aug. 2026 The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and Eberjey have introduced the yacht collection’s first sleepwear capsule, made from washable mulberry silk with a blue-and-white wave print inspired by the sea. — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Dreamwear, which makes Hanky Panky’s sleepwear and loungewear, has been licensed to manufacture Cosabella’s sleepwear and loungewear for retail distribution. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 24 July 2026 Scroll through to find deals on seasonal sheets, sleepwear, and more, with discounts of up to 45% off. — Hannah Chubb, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sleepwear
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sleepwear
  1. underwear
  2. loungewear
  3. sportswear
  4. outerwear
  5. activewear
Noun
  • Leaning into the lingerie aesthetic, Lisa’s dress showed off her red underwear with a gauzy bodycon skirt, which featured a ruched design at her hips and garter-like strings.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Riley’s dress by McQueen; boots by Hunter; bra by Fleur du Mal; underwear by Dolce & Gabbana.
    — Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of underwear
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  • While on the road, DeSorbo launched a loungewear line called Daphne (named after her beloved cat), and then hosted red carpets for Vanity Fair’s Oscar party and the Actor Awards.
    — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Alo is a brand loved by InStyle editors and celebrities like Kendall Jenner thanks to its modern spin on workout clothes and loungewear.
    — Kim Grundy, InStyle, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of loungewear
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
  • Prices range from about 240 euros for jersey basics to 450 to 850 euros for most ready-to-wear; leather and cashmere outerwear runs from 1,500 to 2,500 euros.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Call it the fisherman aesthetic, countrycore, or people’s desire to turn functional outerwear into something more fashion-y, but workwear pants and jackets are trending on my streets.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 24 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

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“Sleepwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sleepwear. Accessed 2 Oct. 2026.

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