单词 | balconette bra |
释义 | > as lemmasbalconette bra Also in form balconnet. Originally: a brassiere resembling a corset. Subsequently: a brassiere with low-cut cups and (usually) straps that are set far apart, designed to give uplift to the breasts. Also more fully balconette bra. ΘΚΠ the world > textiles and clothing > clothing > types or styles of clothing > underwear > [noun] > brassière > types of bandeau1915 uplift bra1932 gay deceiver1942 falsies1943 balconette1947 Wonderbra1947 push-up1955 bralette1973 underwire1973 minimizer1980 T-back1981 1947 Women's Wear Daily 16 Oct. 25/3 The Balconnet lengthens and refines the waist without compressing it, and supports the breasts naturally. 1954 Women's Wear Daily 28 Oct. 4/1 ‘Volte-Face’..is the name of this balconnet.., made of silk, and extending nearly three inches below the waistline. 1990 Hobart Mercury (Nexis) 18 Apr. The Playtex range includes the sensual balconnet bra, a style favoured by European women with low-cut bra-line, underwire support and detachable straps for strapless dress options. 2001 Independent 27 Oct. (Mag.) 37/1 Dolce & Gabbana are in the business of..plumping the bosom with a balconette bra. 2011 Daily Tel. 4 Feb. 25/2 It was rather odd to see her photographed..in a see-through polka dot blouse that revealed not a pretty navy camisole, or even a dark, lacy balconette, but a white under-wired one. < as lemmas |
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