couture

noun

Definition of couturenext
as in ready-to-wear

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Recent Examples of couture Franchise-wise, Armani Beauty has Privè, with unisex couture fragrances; Giorgio Armani, which is premium, and Emporio Armani, embodying the brand’s younger, urban facet. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 6 Aug. 2026 A lot of Eastern European Jewish refugees arrived in France after the pogroms and worked as tailors and seamstresses for the couture houses. — Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 4 Aug. 2026 Carrie Bradshaw’s pride and joy is her closet full of couture pieces and Manolos. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026 As co-chair for the 2024 Met Gala, Zendaya turned out not one but two couture looks. — Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 2 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for couture
Recent Examples of Synonyms for couture
  1. tailoring
  2. sportswear
  3. outerwear
  4. ensemble
  5. loungewear
  6. activewear
  7. frock
Noun
  • Few fabrics in the annals of men’s tailoring are as storied as seersucker.
    — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Instead, Brink and stylist Shiona Turini consistently blend masculine tailoring and feminine silhouettes to create looks worth emulating all autumn long.
    — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of tailoring
Noun
  • Cali in particular is known as a destination for apparel production, specializing in denim and sportswear.
    — Kate Nishimura, Footwear News, 17 Aug. 2026
  • But the German sportswear company was not alone in leaving a commercial mark on the tournament.
    — Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of sportswear
Noun
  • Luckily, there’s a polished alternative to solve my outerwear dilemma.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026
  • From Saint Laurent to Zara, luxury houses and affordable retailers alike have released their own take on performance outerwear as the gorpcore trend continues its chokehold on the fashion elite.
    — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of outerwear
Noun
  • The union for Boston Symphony Orchestra musicians authorized the first strike in the ensemble's 145-year history on Saturday.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Williams stepped out in a casual ensemble, pairing a black T-shirt with high-rise denim shorts and black boots.
    — Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of ensemble
Noun
  • Score fall essentials like layer-friendly tops, cozy loungewear, and cute coffee cups, plus handy finds like a quick-dry hair towel and an insulated grocery bag.
    — Brooke Knappenberger, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Simple, comfortable, and casual, the loungewear look held its own without accessories.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of loungewear
Noun
  • Along with apparel for notoriously sweaty activities — like activewear and performance attire — Coolmax CloakFX™ fiber can be used in everyday apparel.
    — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The company faces challenges in adapting to local markets while broadening its offerings beyond activewear to an active lifestyle brand.
    — Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of activewear
Noun
  • First championed on the spring 2026 runways at Chloé, Victoria Beckham, and Miu Miu, the sweet, ultra-feminine frock has since taken over street style.
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Anrabess Tiered Maxi Dress Another fabulous frock worth adding to your haul, this Anrabess maxi dress is just $30.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of frock

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“Couture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couture. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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