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marquisette

noun

Definition of marquisette

as in tulle

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Recent Examples of marquisette The bodice had an off-the-shoulder decollete, while the shoulder-length puffed sleeves were of silk marquisette. — Sue Strachan, NOLA.com, 22 Feb. 2018

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Noun

Biles stepped out in a red wine and metallic dress designed by DO LONG, detailed with gem-like adornments and dramatic tulle.

— Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
The celebration included dual Zac Posen custom designs – DeGeneres in a cream vest and slacks, de Rossi in a tuxedo halter top and baby pink tulle skirt – plus an all-vegan menu, and it was officiated by self-help author and friend Wayne Dyer.

— Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Definition of tulle

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And the Opéra sabot style is adorned with long laces that wrap around the ankle like a dancer’s ribbon.

— Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 6 July 2026
The lace overlay extends past the lining into a sheer hem, creating an airy finish that complements the dress’s romantic feel.

— Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 6 July 2026

Definition of lace

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American Stories is just nine songs, but pretty much every centimeter is garlanded with grabby bits of sonic filigree.

— Jon Dolan, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2026
Brooches These beautiful pins, frequently adorned with sparkling rhinestones, intricate enameling, or delicate filigree, were a staple in our grandmothers' jewelry boxes.

— Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026

Definition of filigree

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Fallon held up a 25-year-old photo of the actress and producer — who originally portrayed Elle Woods — rocking a spaghetti-strap pink fishnet mermaid dress.

— Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
La Perla and Falke fishnet stockings became a go-to styling trick that often raised a stranger’s eyebrow or garnered a whistle from dinner dates.

— Nicky Josephine, Vogue, 29 June 2026

Definition of fishnet

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