Formal Attire

5 words in this vocabulary list

noun a long coat worn over other clothes to keep warm or dry

  • He wore a tailored overcoat to the business meeting.
  • She threw on her overcoat before heading out the door.
  • I love your new overcoat, it's so swag.
  • His overcoat of confidence helped him navigate through the difficult situation.

noun a garment for the upper body, typically having a collar, sleeves, and a front opening

  • The gentleman wore a crisp white shirt to the business meeting.
  • I love your new shirt, where did you get it?
  • That shirt is fire, bro!
  • She wore her heart on her sleeve, like a shirt that showed all her emotions.

noun a decorative pin with a sharp point, typically worn on clothing

  • The gentleman wore a stickpin on his lapel to complete his formal attire.
  • She found a beautiful stickpin at the antique store and decided to buy it.
  • Check out my new stickpin, isn't it lit?
  • The stickpin of truth pierced through the lies and revealed the real story.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun, in this case, 'strapless' describes a dress or top that does not have straps.

  • The strapless gown she wore to the gala was elegant and sophisticated.
  • She looked stunning in that strapless dress at the party.
  • Check out her strapless top, it's so cute!
  • His argument was like a strapless bra - lacking support and falling apart easily.

adjective describing someone or something that is without a hat

  • The gentleman arrived at the opera hatless, causing quite a stir among the other attendees.
  • She ran out of the house hatless, not realizing she had forgotten to put on her favorite beanie.
  • He strutted into the party all hatless and cool, not caring what anyone thought.
  • The politician's speech left the audience feeling hatless, as they were expecting more substance and depth.