How to Use overshirt in a Sentence

overshirt

noun
  • Some overshirts are so versatile that they can even be worn on their own.
    — Maverick Li, Men's Health, 24 Aug. 2023
  • The overshirt, which also comes in brown, dark green, dark blue and gray, can be customized.
    — Marques Harper Deputy Features Editor, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2021
  • What’s the fine line between an overshirt and a shirt that’s just big enough to be worn above another?
    — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 23 Feb. 2024
  • Mia then moved her overshirt slightly to reveal a growing baby bump.
    — Glenn Garner, PEOPLE.com, 14 Apr. 2022
  • For night, simply remove the overshirt and swap in a minimal heel or dressy flat sandal.
    — Minna Shim, Harper's BAZAAR, 26 July 2023
  • This overshirt with funky patchwork can be layered over thermals and hoodies or worn on its own when the weather thaws.
    — Danny Perez, Popular Mechanics, 4 Jan. 2023
  • To finish off their wedding wardrobes, the couple each wore linen overshirts from Brioni to dine in the vineyard.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2024
  • Texture was a major trend of the season from the suede overshirt to adding corduroy shirts and pants as an element of depth.
    — Luisa Zargani, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025
  • Style it with a tank top underneath, an overshirt on top, or just your favorite sandals for a casual yet trendy look.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
  • Mix and match a silk slip skirt with Chelsea boots and a turtleneck sweater or fleece overshirt for a shopping day in London.
    — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Mix and match a silk slip skirt with Chelsea boots and a turtleneck sweater or fleece overshirt for a shopping day in London.
    — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2023
  • The hair is mussed, faces are bare of makeup, their off-duty wardrobe consists of white tees, denim overshirts, jeans, and loose-fitting trousers.
    — Taylor Glasby, Rolling Stone, 6 Oct. 2023
  • Style it in the last few days of summer with a flip-flop, or with a a denim overshirt and a warm winter coat when temperatures turn way south.
    — Christina Holevas, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2024
  • Made from high-quality synthetic leather, this overshirt will take a classic jeans-and-a-tee outfit to the next level.
    — Emma Guillen, People.com, 6 Oct. 2024
  • The contestants are split into three teams, wearing matching flannel overshirts in red, blue, or yellow.
    — Molly Fitzpatrick, Vulture, 12 Jan. 2024
  • The Frankie Shop’s overshirt with a matching maxiskirt from Rag & Bone fits the bill—and in an affordable way.
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2023
  • The logo of the migrant farmers, whose flag featured an Aztec eagle, was featured across overshirts and T-shirts.
    — Washington Post, 20 June 2019
  • Lumberjacks and the hipster bartenders who ape their style have long favored Pendleton’s flannel overshirts.
    — Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, 21 June 2018
  • Tops consist of unisex cashmere sweaters and sweatshirts, men’s polo rugby shirts and overshirts and women’s mesh bodysuits and half zip polos.
    — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 5 Dec. 2025
  • Tie our Neat Nora soft lambswool sweater around your shoulders or throw the Lodge Jacket over like an overshirt.
    — Felicity Carter, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Finish off the look with Gabriela Hearst’s suede overshirt in a neutral taupe color and Alaïa’s latest must-have handbag.
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2025
  • And where a Pendleton overshirt skimps on storage, a modern shacket resembles a backpack with armholes.
    — Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, 21 June 2018
  • Teammate Patrick Mahomes stayed cozy on a cool fall day in matching corduroy overshirt and pants that conjured the ‘70s.
    — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 19 Oct. 2025
  • The material adds a more textured look to your outfit and can be worn under blazers, cardigans, and overshirts, or as a standalone layer.
    — Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 2 Jan. 2026
  • For the outing, Ratajkowski, 32, wore a brown overshirt, a matching up, baggy black trousers, black heels and a gold choker.
    — Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 26 Nov. 2023
  • Linen, always a seasonal mainstay, was seen in inventive ways, from long line overshirts and evening jackets to snap-front Western shirts.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 23 June 2026
  • Cozy padded vests were worn over sweaters with graphic winter designs and corduroy pants, and the pantsuit was rendered casual with a fluid overshirt with roomy pockets and loose pants.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Among the items with an extra 50% off is the twill utility overshirt by Polo Ralph Lauren.
    — Leada Gore | [email protected], al, 2 July 2021
  • For classic sophistication, layer it under a full suit and coat; for a more directional take, pair it with denim and an overshirt.
    — Minty Mellon, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
  • No matter what your plans are this spring, this overshirt is designed to withstand outdoor activities at all intensity levels.
    — Rachel Trujillo, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2025

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