formalwear

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In her formalwear, Elizabeth favored elaborate embroidery of satin, lace, and silk that incorporated pearls, crystals and sequins.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Lynch’s double-breasted jacket and necktie almost don’t look like formalwear.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2025

Pannun is best known for his video messages shared on social media, often described as threatening towards Indian leaders and the government, mostly pictured in dark formalwear and white-bearded.

From Reuters • Nov. 23, 2023

Freespirited Closet, which she runs in her basement, offers pre-loved business attire and formalwear to anyone for free.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 13, 2023

It is her mother, Missus Walters, looking even frailer than usual in her formalwear.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett