kimono

noun

Definition of kimononext
as in sundress

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Recent Examples of kimono Plus, the print was inspired by vintage kimonos and Japanese sashes. — Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026 In 2024, the city restricted access to some private-property alleys where tourists flocked to see geisha and their maiko apprentices dressed in traditional kimonos with makeup hair ornaments, performing dance and music. — Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 14 Feb. 2026 While entire spaces in bold colors are not traditional, Yoshida points to kimonos and historic Japanese screens as examples of color, pattern, and movement. — Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Jan. 2026 In Arashiyama, enjoy a kimono fitting before strolling through the Bamboo Grove and visiting Tenryuji Temple, where Zen aesthetics influence both garden design and cuisine. — Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for kimono
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kimono
  1. sundress
  2. chemise
  3. sheath
  4. minidress
  5. shirtwaist
  6. shirtdress
  7. muumuu
  8. housedress
Noun
  • In photos taken by celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos, the human rights activist could be seen radiating in a sunshine yellow sundress with a polarizing silhouette.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The chic flat starts rubbing and the chunky sneaker suddenly feels too casual for a sundress.
    — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 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
  • Each Axvant hatchet comes with the leather sheath and five replacement fire-starting rods.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 28 Sep. 2026
  • For birds and turtles, the beak is the mouth itself—the jaw bones, with a keratin sheath over them.
    — Niranjana Rajalakshmi, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of sheath
Noun
  • 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
  • Raj complemented the pop of yellow on her groupmate’s shoes with a vibrant yellow halter minidress with a twisted scarf neckline.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of minidress
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
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
Definition of shirtdress
Noun
  • But a muumuu is much more multi-purpose than a nightgown could ever be.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026
  • By the grace of God for your mother and her Church, Trust the process for theirs; a sari or a muumuu or a bubu in her temple, Lululemon or Lilly Pulitzer in theirs.
    — Taiye Selasi, New Yorker, 31 May 2026
Definition of muumuu
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

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