drawstring
noun
draw·string
ˈdrȯ-ˌstriŋ 
: a string, cord, or tape inserted into hems or casings or laced through eyelets for use in closing a bag or controlling fullness in garments or curtains
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Modern Poplin Drawstring Skirt Swap restrictive pants for a flowy skirt like this poplin drawstring style.
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Ali Faccenda, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Functionality and adaptability continued to be a trend in the collection, especially with the cap-sleeve button-down tops, which feature drawstrings to tighten the waist if needed.
—Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 20 Feb. 2025
The look featured a beige balloon jacket with a sharp collar and drawstring element at the hem, paired with matching cropped trousers.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Feb. 2025
For years, my go-to strategy was to cover my head and face with a hoodie, then tie the drawstring closed for a snug feel that also blocks out light.
—Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2025
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Ali Faccenda, People.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Functionality and adaptability continued to be a trend in the collection, especially with the cap-sleeve button-down tops, which feature drawstrings to tighten the waist if needed.
—Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 20 Feb. 2025
The look featured a beige balloon jacket with a sharp collar and drawstring element at the hem, paired with matching cropped trousers.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Feb. 2025
For years, my go-to strategy was to cover my head and face with a hoodie, then tie the drawstring closed for a snug feel that also blocks out light.
—Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2025
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“Drawstring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drawstring. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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drawstring
noun
draw·string
ˈdrȯ-ˌstriŋ
: a string, cord, or tape used to close a bag, control fullness in clothes, or open or close curtains
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