noun a type of insect known for its slender waist
adjective describing someone or something with a very narrow waist
Describing a style of clothing or design that emphasizes a slim waist, often with a cinched or fitted silhouette.
Found in descriptions of characters, particularly female characters, whose physical appearance is highlighted for its slim waist.
Referring to a body shape with a narrow waist, typically seen as desirable or attractive.
Used in reference to clothing styles from the past that emphasized a small waist, such as in Victorian fashion.
Used to describe poses or compositions that emphasize a narrow waistline, often seen in portraits or fashion photography.
The term 'wasp waisted' is commonly used in the fashion industry to describe garments that are cinched at the waist, creating a silhouette that resembles a wasp's narrow waist.
In historical contexts, 'wasp waisted' may be used to describe the fashion trends of a particular time period, such as the Victorian era when corsets were commonly worn to achieve a wasp waisted look.
Models may be described as having a 'wasp waisted' figure if they have a narrow waist in proportion to their bust and hips, which is often considered an ideal body shape in the fashion industry.