Edwardian

adjective

Ed·war·di·an e-ˈdwär-dē-ən

-ˈdwȯr-

: of, relating to, or characteristic of Edward VII of England or his age

especially, of clothing : marked by the hourglass silhouette for women and long narrow fitted suits and high collars for men

Edwardian noun

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Smith got another Academy Award nomination under her belt for her memorable performance in this Merchant-Ivory love story of repression and Edwardian yearning. —

Christina Newland, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2024 Accommodations include 21 guest rooms in the Edwardian castle to 13 estate lodges spread across the grounds. —

Stefanie Waldek, Architectural Digest, 24 Oct. 2024 Rooms are decorated in either an Art Deco or Edwardian style—although both lean heavily into a British sensibility with timeless appeal. —

Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024 The property provides more of a residence than a hotel stay, with 86 rooms and suites in three Edwardian red-brick buildings surrounding a charming courtyard. —

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