sweaterdress

noun

Definition of sweaterdressnext
as in kimono

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Recent Examples of sweaterdress While you may be stocked on festive LBDs, the little black sweaterdress is another wardrobe staple. — Laura Lajiness, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweaterdress
  1. kimono
  2. minidress
  3. sundress
  4. jumper
  5. housedress
  6. chemise
  7. sheath
  8. shirtwaist
Noun
  • Like Davis’ dress, this minimalist style is easy to accessorize with statement jewelry, vibrant scarves, and even a lace kimono for cool yet breathable coverage.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026
  • Kira creates original patterns inspired by traditional Japanese motifs, including wagara, the decorative designs commonly found in kimono textiles.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
Definition of kimono
Noun
  • Eniko stayed on theme, pairing the heels with a black Gucci Horsebit jersey minidress.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
  • Hailey, in turn, wore a Christian Dior by John Galliano red silk micro minidress cut with black lace (from the fashion house’s Fall/Winter 2005 collection), plus The Row Sacha thong sandals, a black croc leather clutch and slim black sunglasses.
    — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
Definition of minidress
Noun
  • Other breathable pieces that French girls wore during Europe’s unprecedented heatwave were boho-style maxis, like this airy Anrabess sundress.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 25 July 2026
  • Adjust to the season’s swampy weather by opting for a breezy sundress or drop-waist number.
    — India Roby, Glamour, 21 July 2026
Definition of sundress
Noun
  • Her jumper is also going in at a high clip, and the Sun went to her in the midrange out of the pick-and-roll to close out the Fire.
    — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 20 July 2026
  • His 15-point first half Thursday included two threes, a high-degree-of-difficulty turnaround jumper and another challenging jumper.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
Definition of jumper
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
Noun
  • 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
  • British model Alexa Chung strips the desert khaki down to the basics of the extravagantly detailed skirt topped by a fine chemise.
    — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Definition of chemise
Noun
  • Following the stabbings, Kohberger fled the scene, but left trace amounts of DNA on a knife sheath, which authorities used to identify him as a suspect.
    — Nicole Acosta, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
  • To further the house’s connection to nature, Wright used flagstone flooring inside and out and employed large sheaths of glass windows for visual continuity.
    — Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026
Definition of sheath
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

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