haute couture

noun

haute cou·​ture ˌōt-ku̇-ˈtu̇r 

: the houses or designers that create exclusive and often trend-setting fashions for women

also : the fashions created

Examples of haute couture in a Sentence

a fashion designer who's a renowned master of haute couture

Recent Examples on the Web

In more recent years the house charted an upscaling drive by bringing back haute couture, signing a fleet of A-list actresses including Nicole Kidman, Michelle Yeoh and Isabelle Huppert, and introducing a range of status handbags, including the Le Cagole, Rodeo and Bel Air models. —Miles Socha, Footwear News, 19 May 2025

Attendees of Dolce & Gabbana’s Alta Moda shows are strictly A-list, consisting mostly of loyal haute couture clients and a only handful of top-tier celebrities. —Bianca Salonga, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025

Today, haute couture fashion shows take place twice a year as designers present the latest styles for clients to pick from. —Brian Ng, CNN Money, 9 May 2025

For the 2024 Met Gala, Lopez attended in a stunning custom Schiaparelli haute couture naked gown designed by Daniel Roseberry. —Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 8 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

French, literally, high sewing

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for haute couture

• candidature
• miniature
• photogravure
• rotogravure
• abjure
• adjure
• allure
• assure
• brochure
• cocksure
• coiffure
• contour