sequined

adjective

se·​quined ˈsē-kwənd How to pronounce sequined (audio)
variants or sequinned
: ornamented with or as if with sequins

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The This is Us star’s sequined black dress for a post-Oscars party in 2022 led to Paster asking Frank to design a pink spaghetti strap gown for Miranda Kerr two months later—a pivotal moment. Fawnia Soo Hoo, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025 The collection stunned with outfit combos that included sequined one-piece swimsuits under loose trousers, paired with shimmering earrings and fancy footwear for the ultimate high-low moment. Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 21 Mar. 2025 Among the many archival pieces from some of Hollywood’s biggest names is the sequined Alice + Olivia Tallulah Princess Dress Swift wore at the 2011 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 21 Mar. 2025 Like Yearwood, McEntire was in a black, sequined pantsuit. Janelle Ash, Fox News, 20 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sequined

Word History

First Known Use

1894, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sequined was in 1894

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“Sequined.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sequined. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.

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sequined

adjective
se·​quined
variants or sequinned
: ornamented with or as if with sequins

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