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Describing People - Fashion & Outfits

Explore English idioms regarding fashion and outfits with examples like "dressed to kill" and "cut a dash".

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English idioms used to Describe People
dressed to kill

used to describe someone who is dressed up in a very fashionable way to draw attention

Ex: The bride was dressed to kill on her wedding day.
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dressed (up|) to the nines

dressed up in a very attractive or fashionable way

Ex: Even though it was just a casual dinner, he showed up dressed to the nines.
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to [cut] a dash

to dress or present oneself in a stylish and impressive manner

Ex: Even at his age, my grandfather can still cut a dash in a three-piece suit.
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suited and booted

dressed up in a very formal and attractive way

Ex: Suited and booted, he walked into the ballroom with confidence.
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Sunday best

a person's most attractive or expensive set of clothing, often worn in special occasions

Ex: Even though he was poor , he always had a Sunday best for church .
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to [show] skin {~noun}

(particularly of women) to wear revealing clothes, often for the purpose of arousing others

Ex: She was criticized for showing skin at the formal event.
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mutton dressed as lamb

a person, typically an older individual, who dresses or presents themselves in a manner intended to appear younger than their actual age

Ex: Mutton dressed as lamb never looks good on anyone.
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