1
: an ornamental addition (such as a knot of ribbons) to a woman's dress
2
: a sheer fabric especially of silk
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: resembling chiffon in sheerness or softness
2
: having a light delicate texture achieved usually by adding whipped egg whites or whipped gelatin
lemon chiffon pie
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Emily Weaver, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024
Diaphanous silk at Chloé, silk and organza at Dries Van Noten, chiffon maxidresses at Saint Laurent, and an abundance of ruffles at Valentino floated down the runway, paying homage to brand heritage in their own distinct way.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024
USA TODAY, 3 July 2023
The Crane Estate, as Bode is calling this collection, includes everything from a form-fitting and floor-length gown sparkled with emerald green sequins to a berry-print chiffon day dress, loose and light, from a summer picnic in the past.
—Robert Sullivan, Vogue, 17 Jan. 2023
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Noun
Let this wrinkle-free, chiffon blouse do all the talking.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024
Diaphanous silk at Chloé, silk and organza at Dries Van Noten, chiffon maxidresses at Saint Laurent, and an abundance of ruffles at Valentino floated down the runway, paying homage to brand heritage in their own distinct way.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024
Adjective
Robbie's part-Versace look includes the same adorable polka-dot pink hat, chiffon scarf to hide a dress underneath and tulle skirt from the original doll, plus pink-and-white color-block shoes.
—USA TODAY, 3 July 2023
The Crane Estate, as Bode is calling this collection, includes everything from a form-fitting and floor-length gown sparkled with emerald green sequins to a berry-print chiffon day dress, loose and light, from a summer picnic in the past.
—Robert Sullivan, Vogue, 17 Jan. 2023
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“Chiffon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chiffon. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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