simple garments

[/ˈsɪmpəl ˈɡɑːrmənt/]
nounpl: simple garments
roupas simples
1. Basic, unadorned clothing items without elaborate decoration or complex design
She prefers simple garments like plain t-shirts and jeans.
Ela prefere roupas simples como camisetas simples e calças jeans.
2. Clothing made with minimal embellishment or ornamentation
The monks wore simple garments made of rough fabric.
Os monges usavam roupas simples feitas de tecido áspero.
3. Functional, everyday clothing without luxury or excessive styling
For the office, he chose simple garments in neutral colors.
Para o escritório, ele escolheu roupas simples em cores neutras.
In Brazilian culture, 'roupas simples' is often associated with practicality and accessibility, reflecting values of functionality and democratic fashion. In American contexts, simple garments have become fashionable as part of minimalist and sustainable fashion movements, emphasizing quality over quantity.
NYC Slang
basics, fits
Synonyms / Sinônimos
plain clothesbasic garmentsunadorned clothingeveryday wearcasual attire
Antonyms / Antônimos
elaborate garmentsornate clothingfancy dressdecorated attireformal wear

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
roupas simples
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
roupa lisa
Alternative colloquial term emphasizing plainness
São Paulo
roupas básicas
Commonly used in fashion and retail contexts
Portugal
roupas simples/roupa comum
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

minimalist fashioncasual wearworkwearbasicswardrobe essentials

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep it simple
dress down
back to basics
no-frills clothing
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