outerwear
noun
out·er·wear
ˈau̇-tər-ˌwer 
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear
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Kebede wears python-effect and suede outerwear over fluid pieces.
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Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
The brand produces T-shirts, outerwear, technical bottoms, performance apparel, jiu-jitsu gear, footwear, accessories and more.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Sep. 2025
Anrabess Knit Coatigan, $36 with coupon While not technically a trench coat, this coatigan shares several similarities with Meghan’s cozy outerwear.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Notable outerwear includes the Cliffwood Wool & Waterproof Silk Vest, Sandhill Waterproof Silk Vest, and Hudson Down & Suede Jacket, all crafted from premium materials and featuring meticulous workmanship.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
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Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
The brand produces T-shirts, outerwear, technical bottoms, performance apparel, jiu-jitsu gear, footwear, accessories and more.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Sep. 2025
Anrabess Knit Coatigan, $36 with coupon While not technically a trench coat, this coatigan shares several similarities with Meghan’s cozy outerwear.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Notable outerwear includes the Cliffwood Wool & Waterproof Silk Vest, Sandhill Waterproof Silk Vest, and Hudson Down & Suede Jacket, all crafted from premium materials and featuring meticulous workmanship.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
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“Outerwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outerwear. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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outerwear
noun
out·er·wear
ˈau̇t-ər-ˌwa(ə)r
-ˌwe(ə)r
1
: clothing for outdoor wear
2
: outer clothing as opposed to underwear
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