backless dress

[ˈbæk.ləs drɛs]
nounfemininepl: backless dresses
vestido sem costas
1. A dress or garment that has little or no back coverage, exposing the wearer's back
She wore a stunning backless dress to the gala that showed off her tan.
Ela usava um vestido sem costas deslumbrante para a gala que mostrava seu bronzeado.
2. An evening or formal wear garment designed with an open or minimal back design for aesthetic appeal
The backless dress is a popular choice for summer weddings and formal events.
O vestido sem costas é uma escolha popular para casamentos de verão e eventos formais.
The backless dress is a fashionable and elegant choice in both Brazilian and American cultures, particularly popular at formal events, cocktail parties, and summer celebrations. In Brazil, it's often seen at beach clubs, upscale restaurants, and high-society events. The style represents sophistication and confidence, and is particularly favored during the warmer months and at evening events.
NYC Slang
backless number
Synonyms / Sinônimos
open-back dressbare-back dresslow-back dressbackless gown
Antonyms / Antônimos
high-neck dresslong-sleeved dressturtleneck dressfully-covered dress

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vestido sem costas
Most common term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
vestido decotado nas costas
More descriptive variation used in Rio
São Paulo
vestido sem costas
Standard usage in São Paulo fashion circles
Portugal
vestido sem costas
Same terminology used in European Portuguese

Related Words

halter dressplunging necklineevening gowncocktail dressformal wearsundress

Related Idioms & Phrases

turn heads in a backless dress
bare it all with a backless dress
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