evening wraps

Fancy shoulder covers

Evening wraps are elegant outer garments worn over formal attire, typically by women attending evening events.

They include capes, shawls, stoles, and light cloaks designed to provide warmth and complete a dressy ensemble: She draped an evening wrap over her gown before stepping out of the car.

The term evokes old Hollywood glamour.

Related
  • pashminaSoft Himalayan goat fiber
  • stoleTook without permission
  • silkFine woven insect fiber
  • velvetThick-pile textile
  • shawlDraped shoulder covering

thrown over · bolero · cape · satin · scarf · galas · chiffon · garment · cashmere · operas · opera house · sequins · weddings · dinner party · mantle · shrug · award ceremonies · faux fur

Opposites
formality/occasion

evening wrapswindbreakers

Lightweight gust-resistant jackets

parkas · anoraks · casual wear · hoodies · sweatshirts

time of day

evening wrapsdaywear

Clothing for daytime hours

garment structure

evening wrapscoats

Outer warmth garments

jackets · blazers · overcoats · suit jackets · trench coats

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G