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The designer's new line showed a touch of whimsy.
a bit of decorative whimsy
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Birdsong floats softly in the background, adding a touch of whimsy, while Smith’s signature stripes and vibrant ornaments transform the tree into a visual masterpiece.
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Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
The night felt cathartic for those who have had their hearts broken, and Carpenter delivered a great balance of whimsy and passion.
—Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 14 Nov. 2024
Looking to add a bit of whimsy to your front door or gift the ultimate housewarming present?
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2024
Its conclusions, though daubed with Dickensian whimsy and child’s-eye uplift, are remarkably tough and unyielding.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2024
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Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
The night felt cathartic for those who have had their hearts broken, and Carpenter delivered a great balance of whimsy and passion.
—Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 14 Nov. 2024
Looking to add a bit of whimsy to your front door or gift the ultimate housewarming present?
—Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2024
Its conclusions, though daubed with Dickensian whimsy and child’s-eye uplift, are remarkably tough and unyielding.
—Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Whimsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whimsy. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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