crinoline
noun
crin·o·line
ˈkri-nə-lən 
1
: an open-weave fabric of horsehair or cotton that is usually stiffened and used especially for interlinings and millinery
2
: a full stiff skirt or underskirt made of crinoline
also
: hoopskirt
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The influencer draped a satin cape over her shoulders, while a crinoline veil wrapped around her face.
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Violet Goldstone, WWD, 27 Sep. 2024
Both on and off the catwalk at Schiaparelli, sexuality simmered, as seen in the collection’s sultry corset gowns as well as Kylie Jenner’s ultra-tight blush pink corset dress and crinoline veil.
—Emily Mercer, WWD, 2 July 2024
The top of the sheath featured a sculptural black crinoline appliqué.
—Brittany Talarico, Peoplemag, 11 Mar. 2024
Tattoos disappeared under rose pink frills, corsets were tightened, crinolines were adjusted and propped, pearls shone on their necks and ears.
—Brandon Choe, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2023
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Violet Goldstone, WWD, 27 Sep. 2024
Both on and off the catwalk at Schiaparelli, sexuality simmered, as seen in the collection’s sultry corset gowns as well as Kylie Jenner’s ultra-tight blush pink corset dress and crinoline veil.
—Emily Mercer, WWD, 2 July 2024
The top of the sheath featured a sculptural black crinoline appliqué.
—Brittany Talarico, Peoplemag, 11 Mar. 2024
Tattoos disappeared under rose pink frills, corsets were tightened, crinolines were adjusted and propped, pearls shone on their necks and ears.
—Brandon Choe, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2023
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“Crinoline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crinoline. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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crinoline
noun
crin·o·line
ˈkrin-ᵊl-ən
1
: a cloth used for stiffening and lining
2
: a full stiff skirt
especially
: one lined with crinoline
3
crinoline
adjective
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