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an imaginary sea creature that has a woman's head and upper body and a fish's tail instead of legs
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Recent Examples of mermaid
Unlike a mermaid or trumpet dress, this style is more subtle with its flare.
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Shelby Wax, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
That’s when our heroine — a mermaid who dreams of living on land and exploring the human world — is transformed into a human and launches her quest to win the affections of a prince despite having lost her voice in the magical bargain.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 12 Dec. 2024
Rae wore a plaid sequined mermaid skirt designed by Thom Browne, pairing it with a gray corset top, a Mikimoto pearl necklace and a conch shell, which stood in for a clutch.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 18 Dec. 2024
Estefania created not one but two looks: an Italian Armani satin and French lace mermaid style with a high neck and a plunging back for the ceremony, as well as a more streamlined lace dress for the reception.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
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Shelby Wax, Vogue, 6 Dec. 2024
That’s when our heroine — a mermaid who dreams of living on land and exploring the human world — is transformed into a human and launches her quest to win the affections of a prince despite having lost her voice in the magical bargain.
—Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 12 Dec. 2024
Rae wore a plaid sequined mermaid skirt designed by Thom Browne, pairing it with a gray corset top, a Mikimoto pearl necklace and a conch shell, which stood in for a clutch.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 18 Dec. 2024
Estefania created not one but two looks: an Italian Armani satin and French lace mermaid style with a high neck and a plunging back for the ceremony, as well as a more streamlined lace dress for the reception.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024
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“Mermaid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mermaid. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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