body-hugging

adjective

body-hug·ging ˈbä-dē-ˈhə-giŋ

: fitted closely to the wearer's body

a body-hugging dress

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Even if this shirt came in only one color, managing editor Erin Agostinelli would still love it with its stretchy body-hugging tight fit that's almost like wearing a bodysuit but without the commitment. —

Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025 Many style publications note that the red carpet was forever changed in 1991 when Crawford attended the Oscars with Richard Gere, rocking a body-hugging Versace creation in fire engine red. —

Matt Donnelly, Variety, 21 Jan. 2025 In other photos, the baby bump is glamorously showcased in a body-hugging black gown. —

Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 9 Jan. 2025 The strapless design and ruched details create a body-hugging fit, while the sparkly fabric catches the light from every angle. —

Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for body-hugging