toga-like

[/ˈtoʊɡə laɪk/]
adjective
semelhante a uma toga
1. Resembling or having the characteristics of a toga; styled or draped in a manner similar to a Roman toga
She wore a toga-like garment that draped elegantly over one shoulder.
Ela usava uma roupa semelhante a uma toga que caía elegantemente sobre um ombro.
2. Loose-fitting and flowing in the manner of a classical Roman robe
The designer created a toga-like dress for the evening gala.
A designer criou um vestido semelhante a uma toga para o gala noturno.
This term is primarily used in fashion and costume design contexts. In Brazil and Portugal, it's commonly found in fashion magazines and theatrical costume descriptions. The reference to togas carries classical and historical connotations, often associated with elegance, sophistication, and ancient Roman aesthetics. It's frequently used to describe high-fashion pieces that employ dramatic draping techniques.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
toga-shapeddrapedflowingclassicalrobe-like
Antonyms / Antônimos
fittedtightform-fittingtailored

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
semelhante a uma toga; parecido com uma toga
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
em forma de toga; à maneira de uma toga
Portuguese variant with similar meaning
São Paulo
com estilo de toga
Casual usage in fashion contexts

Related Words

togadraperobeclassical dressflowing garment

Related Idioms & Phrases

dressed to the nines in a toga-like ensemble
flowing toga-like silhouette
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