caftan

Example Sentences

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In 2023 Chamlee sold a 1960s caftan that didn’t fit her—but turned out to be made by artist Pegge Hopper—for $600 on eBay.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 8, 2025

The natural next stop is caftan glam and “fun!” prints beloved by aunts who live for blended drinks.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2025

She loved her costume, mostly because it was like a large caftan, essential in the intense Roman heat.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 2024

Issa Rae’s feathers on a champagne-colored embroidered tulle caftan fluttered on the carpet.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 15, 2024

But in the morning Kosi laid out, on their bed, her blue lace long skirt, his blue Senegalese caftan, and in between, Buchi’s flouncy blue velvet dress.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie