How to Use knee-length in a Sentence

knee-length

adjective
Definition of knee-lengthnext
  • The knee-length style has an A-line shape that allows the skirt to move with you.
    — Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 26 Sep. 2024
  • The look had no sleeves and scalloped hems along the neckline and its knee-length hem.
    — Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 15 July 2023
  • The knee-length Fendi Jacquard Chenille boots were the icing on the cake.
    — Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2024
  • The singer paired the look with knee-length black socks, black slingback heels and black sunglasses.
    — Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 28 Sep. 2024
  • While the runway dress was knee-length, Cardi B's nearly hit the ground.
    — Jackie Fields, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024
  • This knee-length option from Amazon may be your new go-to.
    — Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 4 Sep. 2024
  • My dad is wearing a blazer and plaid scarf, and my mom is dressed in a knee-length black coat and a red scarf.
    — Longreads, 8 Feb. 2024
  • Pair it with a knee-length wool coat and these gold heels (also on sale) and your outfit is set.
    — Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2025
  • One of my must-have looks is a knee-length dress, a pair of patterned tights, calf-high leather boots, and a leather jacket.
    — Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2024
  • Kendall wore a leather corset and a black knee-length skirt from Bottega Veneta.
    — Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 1 Oct. 2023
  • One woman, who is very heavy, always wears a knee-length or above-the-knee skirt when golfing.
    — Judith Martin, The Mercury News, 8 May 2024
  • His double-breasted jacket was sharp, but his knee-length shorts paired with it made the suit feel hip and fresh.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2023
  • Try this classic tea dress, which comes with a bow belt, bell sleeves, and a knee-length cut in a fit-and-flare silhouette.
    — Michelle Rostamian, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Susan is rocking a floral knee-length skirt with a black off-the-shoulder top.
    — Jacqueline Tempera, Women's Health, 29 June 2023
  • Bold burgundy leather separates include a side-zip tank and a knee-length skirt with a back slit.
    — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Add a chunky turtleneck sweater and knee-length boots for an elegant look that goes from desk to dinner.
    — Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 12 Feb. 2025
  • Saldaña’s strapless dress is a knee-length design that features a zipper in the back.
    — Mikelle Street, WWD, 11 Feb. 2025
  • Inside, a huge man with a knee-length beard and red hat greeted my daughters, his eyes sparkling behind a pair of pince-nez.
    — Monisha Rajesh, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2023
  • The ruffled gown featured flower-like gatherings at the shoulder and hip, with a full-length skirt and a knee-length slit.
    — Maggie Clancy, WWD, 15 Sep. 2024
  • This casual pull-on style has a round neck, long sleeves, and a knee-length pleated swing skirt that would look great with a belt and heels or a shawl and boots.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, Peoplemag, 17 Feb. 2024
  • Rihanna wore the outerwear on top of a black knee-length dress paired with ankle-strap heels.
    — Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 25 Jan. 2024
  • In addition to its lace detailing, the dress has a knee-length skirt, cap sleeves, and a semi-mock neckline.
    — Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 9 Dec. 2023
  • The metallic knee-length dress was cinched with a corseted panel around her waist and featured both a zipper, belt, and lace-up detail in the back.
    — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2025
  • Her flowing, knee-length dress is painted in red, black, and green, representing the Pan-African flag.
    — Leilah Babirye, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2025
  • Fallon said in mock surprise as the singer — his knee-length leather duster flapping behind him — walked off without a word.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 14 Mar. 2024
  • Hailing from the brand’s fall 2023 collection, it was paired with a knee-length pencil skirt of the same fabric featuring a split up the front.
    — Mikelle Street, WWD, 28 Dec. 2024
  • Kidman rocked a black polo sweater with red accents and a knee-length black and white plaid skirt with black floral details.
    — Chiara Kim, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Instead, look to a pair your mini skirts and short shorts with knee-length leather boots for an unexpected twist.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 17 June 2024
  • The knee-length pairs effortlessly with strappy heels or pumps.
    — Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 6 Apr. 2024
  • The roomier the fit, the better with attendees favoring knee-length styles with pleats, boxy cuts and finished hems.
    — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 14 Aug. 2024

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