underskirt

Example Sentences

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The designers began with the corset and complex underskirt before moving on to the fitted bodice and full pleated skirt.

From BBC • Oct. 12, 2018

Among the evening's modern looks was Kerry Washington's orange-is-the-new-black Prada column gown with a high slit, sparkly underskirt and multicolored micro-beaded edge details.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 26, 2014

Both Marni and Bottega Veneta were fascinating — Marni for its hint of couture structure in cool pastels and bold flowers, with Consuelo Castiglioni’s love of an elongating underskirt of hosiery-colored silk.

From New York Times • Sep. 26, 2011

This is, as Helena Bonham Carter said of her hitched-up underskirt at the BAFTAs last weekend, not a good moment.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 17, 2011

The birthday ball gown had a scarlet red underskirt topped with a short gown of Royal Navy blue, embroidered with gold.

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson