outerwear

noun

Definition of outerwearnext
as in sportswear

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Recent Examples of outerwear Tisci introduced a younger aesthetic by combining streetwear influences with traditional outerwear and tailoring. — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Oct. 2026 But Jurney also sees opportunities to make all products, from cotton T-shirts to athletic outerwear, perform better, last longer and take a lighter toll on the environment. — Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026 Funnel-neck outerwear has moved from runway curiosity to the dominant transitional jacket of the season, with search demand up nearly 2,000% year over year. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026 What makes funnel-neck outerwear work beyond one season The strongest case for staying power is function. — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for outerwear
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outerwear
  1. sportswear
  2. activewear
  3. loungewear
  4. underwear
  5. couture
  6. sleepwear
  7. tailoring
Noun
  • For sportswear retailers, the focus of the sports most popular in each region will also factor into that equation.
    — Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Since then, the business has expanded into other products including dress shirts, socks, accessories, sportswear and tailored clothing for many of the country’s top brands and retailers.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of sportswear
Noun
  • The intimate apparel brand, which includes the Offline by Aerie subbrand for activewear and athleisure, has experienced outsized growth, quarter after quarter.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Curve Love denim and YPB activewear were both developed after customers asked Abercrombie to add those kinds of products, which shows how shopper feedback has influenced what ends up on the racks.
    — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of activewear
Noun
  • Thanks to their timeless, ageless look, the slip-ons complement any ensemble, from easy loungewear to elevated denim.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Upon opening, the store will feature Djerf Avenue’s bestsellers including the Breezy shirt, loungewear and plush robes, alongside a handful of store exclusives like key chains, a deck of cards and water bottles.
    — Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of loungewear
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  • There is more work to be done and women's underwear to redesign.
    — Sean Joseph OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2026
  • The event will showcase 100 collections of fabrics and accessories for beachwear, underwear and athleisure for Summer 2028.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of underwear
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  • Rita Ora Rita Ora pulled a dress from ArdAzAei’s fall 2026 couture collection — a long-sleeve black dress with a midi hemline crafted with an allover lacy design and florals throughout.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Fashion designers are dipping couture in peat; memes on Instagram offer help choosing your bog witch name.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of couture
Noun
  • Billed as Palm Beach’s oldest shop (since 1928), Kassatly’s is an emporium for fine linens, luxurious sleepwear, and classic cashmere.
    — Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026
  • While room temperature, bedding and sleepwear all play a part, the mattress beneath you can also affect how much heat builds up around your body.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of sleepwear
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  • The design is being referred to as the 1905, a nod to the year the business was founded and its tailoring heritage.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Her best menswear moments, meanwhile, leaned into classic suiting and tailoring.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of tailoring

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

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