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Recent Examples of couture
Dior also declined to comment, though a spokesperson for the designer said that couture gowns always come with a label and a number.
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2025
Now, everyone’s favorite beagle is getting the high-fashion treatment in Paris, where a new exhibition charts his emergence as a style icon, embraced by designers from streetwear brands to couture houses.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 24 Mar. 2025
At a screening of the film in New York City on March 11, Brown opted for a design courtesy of Tamara Ralph’s fall 2024 couture collection.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Mar. 2025
The minute-and-a-half trailer shows Cyrus in a myriad of dresses and outfits, including Thierry Mugler couture, Jean Paul Gaultier, custom Alexander McQueen, and Alaïa.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2025
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2025
Now, everyone’s favorite beagle is getting the high-fashion treatment in Paris, where a new exhibition charts his emergence as a style icon, embraced by designers from streetwear brands to couture houses.
—Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 24 Mar. 2025
At a screening of the film in New York City on March 11, Brown opted for a design courtesy of Tamara Ralph’s fall 2024 couture collection.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Mar. 2025
The minute-and-a-half trailer shows Cyrus in a myriad of dresses and outfits, including Thierry Mugler couture, Jean Paul Gaultier, custom Alexander McQueen, and Alaïa.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for couture
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On average, a casual jacket is around $220 while a handful of classic tailoring sees jackets priced at $515 and around $250 for trousers.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
21 Apr. 2025
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But the sharpness of the tailoring and finishes are very much in line with her trademark designs often seen on famous clients such as Catherine, the Princess of Wales.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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This network of shiny apartment buildings, offices, and stores was partly funded by Maryland native Kevin Plank, the founder of the sportswear brand Under Armour.—
Simon Willis,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Apr. 2025
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The latter focuses on contemporary premium denim and sportswear like Mother, Rag & Bone, Vince and Theory.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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Just as the knits, outerwear, and other transitional staples get stashed away into bins and storage units, the boots and lug-sole footwear are traded for easy, breezy flip-flops, classic sandals, loafers—and now, the soft ballet flat.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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The new lineup features essential pieces—blazers, suits, outerwear, and trousers—reinterpreted through a feminine lens.—
Naomi Rougeau,
Robb Report,
25 Apr. 2025
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In sport as in war and education, there was a moralism and fundamental masculinity associated with the band ensemble.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
24 Apr. 2025
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Accompanied by two female backup singers wearing cowboy hats, a trumpet player and Grupo Frontera’s signature ensemble of accordion, keyboards and guitars, the band delivered a dynamic and cohesive performance.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
24 Apr. 2025
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Following her successful launch at Amazon last year, Richie Grainge has expanded her line of luxe-looking loungewear and children’s clothes with new styles for summer.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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As a stylish evolution of traditional loungewear, Miramar’s popularity rose during the pandemic, delivering the comfort consumers craved and a fresh alternative to the skinny jeans many were ready to leave behind.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
28 Apr. 2025
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For more activewear recommendations, check out our guides to the Best Leggings, Best Running Shoes, and Best Barefoot Shoes.—
Boutayna Chokrane,
Wired News,
19 Apr. 2025
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Jean styles inspired by the ones celebs are wearing are also on sale at Levi’s, while Outdoor Voices activewear is up to 85 percent off.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Snag casual frocks and formal gowns in floral patterns and pastel hues, with prices starting at $25.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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And the free section is all about light, airy aesthetics: think floral frocks and crochet cardigans.—
Robyn Merrett,
StyleCaster,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Couture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couture. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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