strappy

Like gladiator sandals

Strappy describes clothing or footwear featuring multiple thin straps, typically as a design element: strappy sandals, a strappy dress.

The word suggests something delicate or summery, often with straps that crisscross or wrap around the body.

She wore strappy heels to the wedding.

details

buckle

Frame-and-prong fastener

  • claspSecuring device that clicks
  • tieEqual score, or neckwear
  • lace-upFastened with cord

wrap · crisscross · lattice · cutout · caged · woven · braided · knotted · adjustable · elastic

heels

stilettos

Thin, high-heeled shoes

slingbacks · t-straps · peep-toe · mules · espadrilles · caged · buckle · lace-up · embellished

fashion

sundress

Casual strappy summer garment

slipdress · romper · playsuit · jumpsuit · bodice · backless · cutouts · lingerie · tankini · leotard

sandals

gladiator

Ancient Roman arena combatant

huaraches · slide · fisherman · rope · jelly · flip-flops · cork · leather · woven · minimalist

Categories
Opposites
coverage/construction style

strappysolid

Firm matter state

closed-toe · covered · enclosed · strapless · slip-on

aesthetic quality

strappychunky

Thick and lumpy

clunky · sturdy · substantial · heavy · bulky

coverage/exposure

strappysolid

Firm matter state

covered · closed · modest · concealing · enclosed

Phrases
Family

strap, strapping, strapped

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G