outerwear

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Recent Examples of outerwear Instead of Beta Cloth, though, the crew’s outerwear was made out of polybenzimidazole (PBI), a less-itchy, fire-resistant golden-brown fabric. Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2026 The 16 billion euros market cap company, known for its high-end outerwear, has engaged in a campaign to expand the brand beyond its winter heritage to an all-season luxury wear. Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2026 Ferrell plans to introduce some outerwear pieces this year and denim in 2027. Lily O'Neill, San Antonio Express-News, 22 Apr. 2026 At a time when underwear-as-outerwear has dominated runways and red carpets from the consistent evolution of naked dresses to the no-pants trend that is — maybe — beginning to fade into the rearview, a single bra strap is a far more nuanced, wink-and-a-nod take on the trend. Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for outerwear
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outerwear
Noun
  • By category, apparel revenue was also flat at $778 million despite growth in train, outdoor and sportswear which was offset by oftness in run, team sports and golf.
    Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
  • The logo for Betway, the British gambling company, is set to be featured across the sportswear United use when undertaking sessions at Carrington, featuring in photographs released by the club.
    Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 6 May 2026
Noun
  • Alo has evolved from a yoga and activewear label into a wellness lifestyle brand, reflecting the wider fashion industry shift toward experiences.
    Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
  • This Casly Lamiit activewear set is both sporty and polished.
    Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2026
Noun
  • The biggest perk to this loungewear set?
    Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 17 May 2026
  • This matching set gives a sporty-chic vibe, thanks to contrast stripes along the sleeves, adding just enough detail to elevate it beyond your standard loungewear.
    Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
Noun
  • This collapse of order and reason is further accentuated by a man, naked save his underwear, sleeping sweaty and slumped over in a chair.
    Vadim Rizov, IndieWire, 16 May 2026
  • In the light-colored pile, separate delicates (underwear, light-weight blouses) from sheets and towels.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Noun
  • Cannes gave the Nike pair a sharper frame because Stewart wore them with Chanel couture.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 16 May 2026
  • The hotel’s tiny elevators, hilariously unequipped for modern Cannes realities like couture gowns and glam teams, routinely force strangers into uncomfortable proximity.
    Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Noun
  • Spring and summer sleepwear needs to be lightweight and breathable, and this linen pajama set checks all the boxes.
    Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
  • Made for unwinding, dreaming and everything in between, this 100% organic cotton sleepwear is crafted from naturally soft, breathable fabric that keeps you comfortable all night long.
    ABC News, ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Sexiness was the defining trend across tailoring, boho dressing, eveningwear and resort.
    Patty Huntington, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
  • Some Demna-sized—as in, calculatedly oversized—tailoring, and lots of bitchy, bratty handbag holding that made the accessories a focal point of most looks in the collection.
    José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 17 May 2026

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“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outerwear. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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