a new or changed appearance, approach, etc., especially one characterized by marked departure from the previous or traditional one.
(usually initial capital letters) a style of women's clothing introduced by the designer Christian Dior in 1947, characterized by a silhouette with broad shoulders, a narrow waist, a long, full skirt, and often emphasized hips.
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The agency gives a Huntington’s disease treatment a new look.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
The first trailer drew massive viewership online, though some fans expressed puzzlement at the show’s new look and feel.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
He could be the progenitor of a new look, a Christian Dior for the modern woman.
From Salon ● Mar. 27, 2026
With key personnel injured and players lacking form, Farrell's team has a new look this championship.
From BBC ● Feb. 21, 2026
I gape at him gratefully as he steps back next to Amy, who has a new look of respect in her eyes.
From "A Mango-Shaped Space" by Wendy Mass
Appeared in the May 12, 2026, print edition as 'A New Look for Holiness'.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 11, 2026
UK call-centre firm Ventrica, which works with brands such as shoemaker Clarks, fashion chain New Look and McDonald's, opened an operation in South Africa in 2022.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2025
Earlier in the ceremony, Usher was honored with the President’s Award for the singer’s public service achievements through his New Look Foundation.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 16, 2024
The Chanel part of the story came into focus more gradually, as Kessler attempted to understand the historical context of Dior’s New Look.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 14, 2024
Paired with a very full skirt, it was dubbed the New Look by the press — and set off a sartorial revolution.
From New York Times ● Nov. 25, 2021
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