miniskirt
Americannoun
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miniskirts
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noun
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Origin of miniskirt
First recorded in 1960–65; mini(ature) + skirt
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Modeled after a monk’s robe and a nun’s habit, Holmes combined Christian inspiration with the miniskirt trend, which some people found fun, while others labeled it offensive.
From Salon ● May 17, 2026
On the eve of the wedding, she was photographed wearing the most fashionable garment of the 1960s: the miniskirt.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2025
Styled with an oversize knit sweater or a party top, this miniskirt, with its sleek and sumptuous sheen, will elevate any look.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2024
It started in Berlin back in February, when Ms. Stewart shed her shirt for the film’s European premiere, wearing a very short Chanel couture patchwork miniskirt, matching blazer and knit bralet.
From New York Times ● Mar. 18, 2024
She wore a dark yellow jersey, a short brown miniskirt, stockings, and high heels.
From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols
Like miniskirts and mullets, obsolete political ideas will eventually come back into fashion if you wait long enough.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
Her body-conscious designs range from feminine upcycled miniskirts to sporty football jersey reworks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 18, 2024
Fashion designer’s colorful miniskirts epitomized Swinging London in the 1960s and influenced youth culture around the world.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 31, 2023
They strode out of a tunnel on chunky-heeled shoes in slick windbreakers, miniskirts that flared out and striped suits.
From Reuters ● Apr. 29, 2023
All the Marthas are wearing matching outfits: navy corduroy miniskirts, striped tops, and clear plastic purses.
From "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson
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