new look
noun
a new or changed appearance, approach, etc., especially one characterized by marked departure from the previous or traditional one.
new look
Americannoun
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a new or changed appearance, approach, etc., especially one characterized by marked departure from the previous or traditional one.
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(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.
New Look
British
noun
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Anything left over goes to local charities, making the Comedy Swap a chance to get good laughs on the inside and a new look on the outside.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 29, 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
In 2025, Wet Leg returned with a new look, an improved sound, and a sophomore album, “Moisturizer,” as a cherry on top.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 9, 2026
He could be the progenitor of a new look, a Christian Dior for the modern woman.
From Salon ● Mar. 27, 2026
When he came to, there was a funny new look on his face, almost sheepish, as if he’d been caught committing some terrible crime.
From "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien
Appeared in the May 12, 2026, print edition as 'A New Look for Holiness'.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 11, 2026
Following a boom in returns since Covid lockdowns, some retailers introduced charges to return items by post or collection, including Next, Zara, H&M, Uniqlo and New Look, though they still offer free returns in store.
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2025
Dior invented the New Look and galvanized a generation of shoppers.
From New York Times ● Jun. 19, 2024
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
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