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midriffs

noun

plural of midriff

as in waists

the middle region of the human torso midriff-baring tops are popular this summer

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Recent Examples of midriffs Bared midriffs were everywhere—one woman went so far as to bedazzle her baby bump. — Irene Kim, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026 Baggy Carhartt jeans paired with leather moto jackets, while others went for Gucci’s low-rise flare jeans and bare midriffs. — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 10 Mar. 2026 Aside from essential winter pieces, trends like asymmetrical skirts were frequently spotted, espresso-brown hues continued their takeover, and exposed midriffs added an unexpected edge to cold-weather dressing. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026 The shirts may have short or long sleeves, but cannot be sleeveless or reveal midriffs. — Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 19 Sep. 2025

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waists

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And styles inspired by the Belle Époque’s drop-waists and rich textures have also grabbed shoppers’ attention, thanks again to recent collections from Blazy and Anderson.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2026
Some are rethinking proportions altogether with lower waists and sculptural shapes.

— Minty Mellon, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026

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