overdresses
Wears excessive finery
Overdresses functions as both a verb and a noun.
As a verb, it means to dress too formally or elaborately for an occasion: She overdresses for casual gatherings.
The noun overdress (with overdresses as its plural) refers to a garment worn over another dress or outfit, typically as a decorative outer layer.
The verb carries a mild social judgment—being overdressed suggests misjudging the formality of an event—while the noun is neutral fashion terminology.
Formal evening dress code
- galaFestive formal occasion
- ceremonyFormal event marking occasions
- white-tieStrictest evening dress code
- banquetFormal celebratory meal
reception · ballroom · gown · tuxedo · wedding · opera · red-carpet · fundraiser
Vulgar or slightly sticky
- gaudyTastelessly ornate
- inappropriateNot suitable or fitting
- ostentatiousShowily excessive
- showyExcessively eye-catching
garish · flashy · over-the-top · pretentious · tasteless · misjudged · unsuitable · clashing
Ornate pheasant relative
- flamboyantStrikingly bold in style
- eye-catchingImmediately noticeable, visually
- conspicuousClearly visible, attention-grabbing
- strikingNoticeably impressive
dazzling · theatrical · dramatic · show-off · scene-stealing · spotlight · standout · preening
Showy, abundant prosperity
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
- lavishnessExcessive richness or abundance
- embellishmentDecorative addition or exaggeration
- ornatenessExcessive embellishment quality
sequins · rhinestones · feathers · ruffles · brocade · velvet · beading · glitter
Moisture through pores
- overheatingBecoming dangerously warm
- constrictionTightening or narrowing action
- tightnessState of being constricted
- chafingIrritation from friction
stuffiness · encumbrance · pinching · binding · itchiness · clamminess · restriction · heaviness
black-tie
Formal evening dress code
- galaFestive formal occasion
- ceremonyFormal event marking occasions
- white-tieStrictest evening dress code
banquet · reception · ballroom · gown · tuxedo · wedding · opera · red-carpet · fundraiser · premiere
tacky
Vulgar or slightly sticky
- gaudyTastelessly ornate
- inappropriateNot suitable or fitting
- ostentatiousShowily excessive
showy · garish · flashy · over-the-top · pretentious · tasteless · misjudged · unsuitable · clashing · excessive
peacock
Ornate pheasant relative
- flamboyantStrikingly bold in style
- eye-catchingImmediately noticeable, visually
- conspicuousClearly visible, attention-grabbing
striking · dazzling · theatrical · dramatic · show-off · scene-stealing · spotlight · standout · preening · vain
opulence
Showy, abundant prosperity
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
- lavishnessExcessive richness or abundance
- embellishmentDecorative addition or exaggeration
ornateness · sequins · rhinestones · feathers · ruffles · brocade · velvet · beading · glitter · jewels
sweating
Moisture through pores
- overheatingBecoming dangerously warm
- constrictionTightening or narrowing action
- tightnessState of being constricted
chafing · stuffiness · encumbrance · pinching · binding · itchiness · clamminess · restriction · heaviness · bulkiness