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  • adjective of clothing Sticking close to one's body.

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Examples

  • Mark Fast's work included his signature body-hugging knits as well as more voluminous shapes.

    Playing With Patterns in London Beth Schepens 2011

  • The floor-sweeping coats are part of a widespread shift away from body-hugging skinny jeans, snug minidresses and skirts that took hold in the Spring 2011 runway shows held last fall.

    A Sweeping Winter Fashion Statement Ray A. Smith 2011

  • The cream colored, sleeveless body-hugging muscle shirt, which covered his well-defined torso, seemed as if it was painted on.

    Who Said It Would Be Easy Cheryl Faye 2011

  • Avoid body-hugging styles and full skirts, both of which emphasize curvy hips.

    My Fair Wedding David Tutera 2011

  • The cream colored, sleeveless body-hugging muscle shirt, which covered his well-defined torso, seemed as if it was painted on.

    Who Said It Would Be Easy Cheryl Faye 2011

  • She donned the dress, an off-the-shoulder mini in basic black, and I flicked a stray bit of white string with my claw, removing it from the tight, body-hugging sheath.

    Crossed J.F. Lewis 2011

  • Even lines like Dior Homme and Thom Browne, once poster children for supernarrow, body-hugging silhouettes, have been adding more wiggle room to their clothes.

    On the Loose: a New Baggy Look for Men Ray A. Smith 2011

  • Patrice Stable A narrow, body-hugging silhouette by Dior Homme from fall 2009.

    Menswear Loosens Up 2011

  • Avoid body-hugging styles and full skirts, both of which emphasize curvy hips.

    My Fair Wedding David Tutera 2011

  • There were a few glittery, body-hugging gowns on display.

    Resort Wear from Luxe to Laid Back Ray A. Smith 2011

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