How to Use dress down in a Sentence

dress down

verb
  • For the pop-up, both the staff and the space are dressed down.
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 11 Oct. 2019
  • Embrace the new 'dressed down' era with any of these eleven spring style go-tos.
    The Fashion Editors, Esquire, 17 Mar. 2015
  • That's the thing about it — all the pieces can dress up, dress down, mix and match, layer or be worn as is.
    Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024
  • Chelsea boots are great because they can be dressed up and dressed down.
    John Thompson, Men's Health, 30 Mar. 2023
  • Her singer beau dressed down in a navy tracksuit and a Yankee cap.
    Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, 29 June 2018
  • Later, Waterhouse, dressed down in a T-shirt and jeans, took to the stage.
    Ian Malone, Vogue, 13 Mar. 2019
  • For an option that can be dressed up, dressed down, or even worn to the gym, add this golf skirt to your cart.
    Kirsten Chanel Webber, Rolling Stone, 21 June 2024
  • For more on the changes, including what happened the last time the Queen dressed down, head over to the Telegraph.
    Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, 3 May 2017
  • That's a blessing when you're dressed down on the weekend and your coat is the coolest part of your look anyway.
    Megan Gustashaw, GQ, 13 Feb. 2018
  • On the record but outside the presence of the jury, Strickland dressed down his client.
    Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 May 2024
  • While her mom and dad dressed down in dark colors, Lea de Seine wore a white long sleeve shirt and pants.
    Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, 25 Jan. 2018
  • All the pieces can be dressed up or dressed down, worn day or night to work or play, and paired with high heels or slippers.
    Jill K. Robinson, San Francisco Chronicle, 7 Mar. 2018
  • These are loafers sleek enough for suits, but with enough character to dress down.
    Alexander Freeling, Robb Report, 7 Nov. 2022
  • The lightweight turtleneck has a cozy, relaxed fit that’s easy to dress up or dress down.
    Jen Ator, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2023
  • Really well made and can be dressed up or dressed down.
    Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 June 2023
  • These wide-leg pants drape nicely, and work for a dressed up or dressed down scenario.
    Kristine Thomason, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2024
  • The model, who appeared to be in tears, wore a sheer, bright yellow dress down the runway.
    Lauren Alexis Fisher, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Feb. 2019
  • Kardashian is dressed down in a sweatshirt, and Kanye wears a puffy vest.
    Elise Taylor, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2019
  • Drinks by the Pool Obviously this will be your most dressed down look of the weekend.
    Esquire Editors, Esquire, 12 Mar. 2018
  • It can be dressed up with heels for a big night, it can be dressed down with flip flops for eating and lounging.
    Dahvi Shira, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2024
  • That pieces could be very easily dressed up or dressed down.
    Isabel Greenberg, Harper's BAZAAR, 1 Sep. 2018
  • For the reception, the NFL star dressed down, swapping his suit for a plain black polo shirt and a pair of gray jeans.
    Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 31 Mar. 2024
  • Maya, who has modeled for Calvin Klein and been a fixture on red carpets, is dressed down.
    Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 5 Sep. 2023
  • Even when she’s dressed down, the Princess of Wales tends to top a pair of jeans with a colorful blazer or classic knit pullover.
    Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 17 Aug. 2023
  • Late-night comedy: The hosts returned to broadcast their shows from home, where most of them dressed down.
    Chris Stanford, New York Times, 31 Mar. 2020
  • Comfort is king here, and these yoga pants can be dressed up for class or dressed down for lounging at home.
    Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2024
  • After four straight days of fully padded practices, the Ravens dressed down for a slightly less intense day in the heat.
    Timothy Dashiell, Baltimore Sun, 31 July 2024
  • With their wedding right around the corner, the royal couple have a lot of planning to do, from Meghan's dress down to the exact date of the big day.
    Chanel Vargas, Town & Country, 4 Dec. 2017
  • This white satin skirt can be dressed up or dressed down depending on what the occasion calls for.
    Kirsten Chanel Webber, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2024
  • Meanwhile, Patrick dressed down for the celebration and wore dark khaki pants with a Louis Vuitton T-shirt.
    Raven Brunner, Peoplemag, 18 Sep. 2024

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