CultureAugust 17, 2026

bodice

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Definition

The part of a dress that covers a person's torso, extending from the neck to the waist.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'body,' the term originally referred to a pair of stays or a corset worn under a dress, later evolving to describe the fitted upper part of a garment.

In the news

The article uses the word to describe the specific upper section of Sadie Sink's 2004 vintage Alexander McQueen dress, highlighting the intricate patchwork design of the bodice.

Celebrities and CEOs mixed Disney style with luxury status symbols at the D23 event. Here's what they wore.

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