How to Use body-hugging in a Sentence
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The body-hugging tank top enhances your shape (instead of drowning it in drapey fabric) and steps away from sweaty layers.
— Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 23 July 2024 -
The body-hugging floor-length skirt flaunted her curves.
— Luke Chinman, Peoplemag, 6 July 2024 -
Her gown was designed by Atelier Zuhra and the sparkling body-hugging piece touched the floor.
— Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 8 Jan. 2024 -
The body-hugging Lycra dress is all-white, has a high turtleneck and is maxi length.
— Alex Kessler, Glamour, 26 June 2023 -
The memory foam cradles and supports the head and neck for a body-hugging feel.
— Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024 -
Snook, 35, stepped out in a body-hugging black one-piece, her baby bump on full display.
— Charmaine Patterson, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2023 -
The body-hugging minidress featured glossy black panels and a cone-bra bustier.
— Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 13 May 2023 -
The body-hugging garment was covered in beads and sequins and flared out into a dreamy train.
— Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 1 May 2023 -
The super stretchy, body-hugging denim looks flattering on the waist and hips.
— Erika Reals, Peoplemag, 6 Oct. 2023 -
Reviewers claim this body-hugging tank runs true to size and is versatile enough to wear out of the house or as loungewear.
— Rachel Dube, Peoplemag, 25 July 2023 -
Both pieces are semi-fitted for a body-hugging feel and made from the fuzzy light knit blend that Barefoot Dreams is best known for.
— Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 4 Aug. 2023 -
It’s made from a flattering, body-hugging fabric that one shopper says looks and feels high-end.
— Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 24 Apr. 2024 -
The Australian actor went for a monochromatic look in all cream, while Pataky opted for a body-hugging gold, long-sleeve gown.
— Lindsay Kimble, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024 -
The body-hugging cut featured a halterneck bodice with a plunging neckline and wide legs.
— Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 29 July 2023 -
Lainey later hit the stage in a body-hugging sparkly tank and second-skin bright blue pants that highlighted her strong legs.
— Korin Miller, Women's Health, 13 May 2023 -
Snook stepped out at the Succession premiere in a body-hugging black one-piece, her baby bump on full display.
— Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 8 Jan. 2024 -
Hailey wore several luxe looks over the course of the trip, from strapless corseted co-ords to body-hugging turtlenecks.
— Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 29 May 2023 -
Then, the model and actor opted for a body-hugging gray dress with a cascading, pleated skirt and an open back by Khaite.
— Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 8 Sep. 2023 -
The actress wore two looks throughout the night, kicking things off with an off-the-shoulder, body-hugging black Oscar de la Renta pencil dress.
— Dana Rose Falcone, Peoplemag, 19 Feb. 2024 -
Anne Hathaway did just that with her ensemble: a body-hugging white tweed Versace gown.
— Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 May 2023 -
At the event hosted by Amal and George Clooney, Davis wore a body-hugging off-the-shoulder lilac gown that draped to the floor before flowing out into a delicate train.
— Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 29 Sep. 2023 -
The couple coordinate in all-black looks, with Barker in a black studded suit and Kourtney in a leather body-hugging minidress.
— Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 6 July 2023 -
There are a handful of Vogue editors who prefer the body-hugging fit of slimmer designs.
— Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 17 Nov. 2023 -
The sleek, body-hugging dress highlighted angular lines, and the zipper details added an edgy twist.
— Ty Gaskins, WWD, 13 June 2024 -
The 26-year-old actor and singer showed up looking like a fourth member of Destiny's Child in a shimmery, body-hugging pale blue gown with an open bodice and dainty body chain.
— Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2024 -
Take an oversized blazer and pair it with streamlined, body-hugging leggings.
— Alexis Bennett, Vogue, 23 Mar. 2023 -
In addition to his iconic number and the white trimming, the mother of four’s floor-length dress featured short sleeves and a body-hugging fit that became loose at the bottom.
— Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 2 Mar. 2024 -
Bieber styled the body-hugging piece with a furry bag in the same blue, diamond drop earrings, and a shimmering powder-blue eye shadow.
— Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 26 June 2023 -
Daniele Venturelli//Getty Images Cardi also took a moment to pose for some solo glamour shots in her ruched, body-hugging gown.
— Erica Gonzales, ELLE, 13 Mar. 2023 -
Katherine chose to wear an older style, a body-hugging crochet maxidress and green satin slides, while Margaret was in a cashmere cardigan, lace pencil skirt and pumps.
— Booth Moore, WWD, 9 July 2024
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