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shirtwaist

noun

Definition of shirtwaist

as in housedress

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Recent Examples of shirtwaist 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 About 18 years ago, thick poison ivy covered 64 headstones in Staten Island’s Baron Hirsch Cemetery, including the one belonging to Beckie Neubauer, a 19-year-old Austrian immigrant who died in the Triangle shirtwaist factory fire. — Maria Cramer, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2025 Four other structures, including a two-story shirtwaist home built in 1916, exist on the block. — Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 30 Jan. 2025 But rather than an imitation of life as it was depicted in Sirk’s films, all mannered transatlantic speech and swishing shirtwaist dresses, Moore takes the assignment dead seriously. — Indiewire Staff, IndieWire, 13 Aug. 2024 The first display greeting viewers showcases three shirtwaists embroidered with the names of three women who perished in the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire. — Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 7 Sep. 2023

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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

The capsule includes a lingerie set, a pajama set, cotton shorts, a silk nightwear set comprising a top and panties, as well as a kimono, a pocket square and a scarf.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
The easiest thing to do is to slip a kimono or scarf in your beach bag or backpack.

— Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of kimono

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Cushionaire Topcat Sneakers Continuing her suede streak, my mom sent me the link to these retro-feeling sneakers that would pair sweetly with anything from wide-leg jeans to a sundress.

— Annie Blackman, InStyle, 24 Oct. 2026
What separates this dress from a regular sundress is the boning-like seams down the length of it that mimic a corset-style bodice.

— Mia McManus, PEOPLE, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of sundress

Noun

The 1910s envelope combination, a one-piece garment that combined the chemise and drawers, reshaped women’s lives, slimming down the stereotypical silhouette.

— April White, JSTOR Daily, 2 Sep. 2026
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

Definition of chemise

Noun

Embracing some incognito cues with proportional distortion, the minidress was crafted with voluminous sleeves with a semi-sheer fabric.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026
Meanwhile, Lou celebrated her fashion week milestone in a light pink acid wash denim minidress, which featured a structured peplum bodice embellished with buttons running down the front.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of minidress

Noun

Throw them on with jeans and a tee or get the shirtdress and sneakers look with a long cardigan to stay cozy on fall days.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2026
The Princess of Wales sported the British designer’s silk Flippy Wiggle shirtdress in emerald green.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 Sep. 2026

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