guipure

noun

gui·​pure gi-ˈpyu̇r How to pronounce guipure (audio)
-ˈpu̇r
: a heavy large-patterned decorative lace

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The queen attended the awards in a cream cap-sleeve midi dress that featured ornate, detailed floral guipure at both the neckline and sleeves as well as the hem. Nick Hall, WWD, 10 Oct. 2024 The collection with Christine Bergstrom in a sequined second-skin Botticelli [informs] gown in transparent tulle embroidered with guipure, which goes back to [Jean Paul’s] work with nudity and the body. Tina Isaac-Goizé, Vogue, 3 July 2023 Embroidered motifs of sacred koi fish seemed to swim on mermaid tails and scalloped overskirts, while 3D guipure lace captured Eastern blooms on gowns that shimmered in gold. Thomas Adamson, ajc, 25 Jan. 2023 Gordon is squatting in the middle of the room in front of a strapless, white guipure-lace frock with black silk-mikado trim. Chloe Malle, WSJ, 6 Dec. 2018

Word History

Etymology

French

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of guipure was in 1843

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“Guipure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/guipure. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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