skimi
n.— «The skimi goes from the gym to a night on the town, although it’s at its best with Earnest Sewn ankle-length jeans, a crisp white tank—cute straps showing, of course—and Gucci platforms.» —“In the Skimi 3 ways!” Fashion Mini May, 2007. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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