couturier

noun

cou·​tu·​ri·​er kü-ˈtu̇r-ē-ər 

-ē-ˌā

: an establishment engaged in couture

also : the proprietor of or designer for such an establishment

Examples of couturier in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Long associated with major civic and religious ceremonies, the basilica offered a setting that reflected the stature Valentino held in Italy, not only as a couturier but as a cultural figure whose name became synonymous with elegance and beauty. —Maliha Shoaib, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026

Hathaway is a longtime friend of Garavani’s and Giammetti’s, and wore a custom design by the couturier for her 2012 nuptials. —Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 23 Jan. 2026

The Last Emperor, Matt Tyrnauer’s gimlet-eyed documentary about the luxurious world of Valentino, the legendary Italian couturier who died this week at age 93, was released in 2008. —Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 20 Jan. 2026

Here, a visual ode to the Italian couturier's Hollywood moments. —Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 19 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

French, dressmaker, from Old French cousturier tailor's assistant, from cousture

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above