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The designer's new line showed a touch of whimsy.
a bit of decorative whimsy
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Then, there was the internal plot, a riot of colorful abstraction and conceptual whimsy, in which Joy and Sadness, forever at odds, had to navigate the perilous labyrinth of Riley’s mind.
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Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 17 June 2024
Jeremy Strong forwent a classic suit and tie in favor of a bowed necktie, giving his tailored look the perfect dash of whimsy.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 17 June 2024
And when in doubt, the flourish of a fabulous Brazilian jacquard hammock has the right air of whimsy to it to grace any bachelor pad.
—Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2024
Golden Poppy at La Fantaisie—Paris, France Artistry, whimsy and a distinctly West Coast approach are all on the menu at beloved chef Dominique Crenn’s latest venture at the new La Fantaisie, a jewel-box boutique hotel in the heart of the 9th.
—Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 June 2024
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Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 17 June 2024
Jeremy Strong forwent a classic suit and tie in favor of a bowed necktie, giving his tailored look the perfect dash of whimsy.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 17 June 2024
And when in doubt, the flourish of a fabulous Brazilian jacquard hammock has the right air of whimsy to it to grace any bachelor pad.
—Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2024
Golden Poppy at La Fantaisie—Paris, France Artistry, whimsy and a distinctly West Coast approach are all on the menu at beloved chef Dominique Crenn’s latest venture at the new La Fantaisie, a jewel-box boutique hotel in the heart of the 9th.
—Todd Plummer, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 June 2024
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“Whimsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whimsy. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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