kaftan

noun

kaf·​tan

less common spelling of caftan

: a usually cotton or silk ankle-length garment with long sleeves that is common throughout the Middle East

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Delicate sequinned nets are incorporated to create sheer, sensual designs, including a striking cold-shoulder kaftan and a statement kaftan trimmed with sequinned fringes. — Felicity Carter, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025 These are my favorite style finds to round out a Palm Springs packing list, including sunglasses, bathing suits, stunning kaftans, swim cover-ups, and more starting at $13. — Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2025 The lightweight kaftan can also be stored in your hand luggage for those desperate to be beach ready after a long-haul flight. — Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025 Today, the medina is full of souks selling Berber rugs, piles of spices, and elaborate kaftans—not to mention a long list of bougie hotels. — Patty Hodapp, Outside Online, 5 Feb. 2024 See All Example Sentences for kaftan

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