petticoat

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There is also a costume inspired by crinoline, the stiff or structured petticoat designed to hold out a skirt or tutu, but whimsically reimagined using neoprene.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Approaching the stage with a glittering entourage, Queen Elvis wears a billowing pink skirt fitted tight over a white petticoat, a sequined wrap, and a cabbage-sized blue bow slung from her waist.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 11, 2024

Why am I not twirling around in my petticoat and skirt?

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2020

It has long sleeves, a belt and a lace petticoat underneath.

From BBC • Oct. 4, 2019

I asked, dropping the petticoat beside my rocking chair and getting to my feet.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan