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formalwear

[fawr-muhl-wair] / ˈfɔr məlˌwɛər /


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Numerous wedding websites also recommend shopping for gently used formalwear on sites like Poshmark or Depop — which can also be more eco-friendly than buying new clothes.

From MarketWatch Jul. 7, 2026

In her formalwear, Elizabeth favored elaborate embroidery of satin, lace, and silk that incorporated pearls, crystals and sequins.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 9, 2026

Among the guests wearing suits, kimono and other formalwear were people who had won awards for their own poems.

From Seattle Times Jan. 18, 2024

Pannun is best known for his video messages shared on social media, often described as threatening towards Indian leaders and the government, mostly pictured in dark formalwear and white-bearded.

From Reuters Nov. 23, 2023

It is her mother, Missus Walters, looking even frailer than usual in her formalwear.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett




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