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couture

noun

Definition of couturenext
as in ready-to-wear

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Recent Examples of couture Daisy Edgar-Jones Daisy Edgar-Jones stepped out for the Berlin premiere of Sense & Sensibility in a baby blue satin Armani Privé SS05 couture gown and Boucheron jewelry. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026 In pivoting to specific movie looks, the pair also had the chance to flex their vintage fashion muscles—including a one-of-a-kind Elie Saab couture gown from spring 2004. — Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2026 In a moment of couture-level detail, Uriegas also painted the frame and provided an image file for the TV over the kitchen counter so the mural stays uninterrupted. — Matt Goulet, Architectural Digest, 22 Sep. 2026 Shailene Woodley wore Balenciaga couture at the 2026 Emmy Awards on September 14. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 17 Sep. 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
  • The fall range zeroes in on bustier dresses, shrunken blazers cinched at the waist, pencil skirts with snap buttons running down the front, power tailoring and cropped trucker jackets.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 27 Sep. 2026
  • For the occasion, Cameron wore a custom Giorgio Armani suit, coordinating with her now-husband in sleek tailoring by Giuliva Heritage.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of tailoring
Noun
  • Ayman El Bouhy, chairman at Champs Land, an Egyptian sportswear manufacturer operating out of the Mekka Industrial Zone in Abu Rawash, spoke about the fast-growing changes in the industry and inside his own business.
    — Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The sportswear industry is in a funk, dragged down by a lackluster market for lifestyle sneakers and apparel.
    — Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of sportswear
Noun
  • The rundown by Coveteur of fall 2026 outerwear trends also flags military jackets, shrunken lapels, capes and silk jackets as looks worth watching.
    — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The funnel neck coat surfaces across the outerwear spectrum this fall.
    — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of outerwear
Noun
  • Yang shot this campaign in front of London landmarks and neighborhoods, wearing tiered dresses and denim ensembles, along with light layers and mixed separates.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • The event kicked off with multicultural music by Native American, Korean and West African drum ensembles.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of ensemble
Noun
  • While on the road, DeSorbo launched a loungewear line called Daphne (named after her beloved cat), and then hosted red carpets for Vanity Fair’s Oscar party and the Actor Awards.
    — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Alo is a brand loved by InStyle editors and celebrities like Kendall Jenner thanks to its modern spin on workout clothes and loungewear.
    — Kim Grundy, InStyle, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of loungewear
Noun
  • Founded by Rachel Dillon in 2019, CSB — formerly named Crop Shop Boutique — merges functional activewear with elevated design.
    — Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
  • With the rise of activewear as a high-fashion option, black biker shorts are no longer relegated to yoga studios and barre classes.
    — Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of activewear
Noun
  • Juxtaposing the white base fabric were bursts of gold that almost appeared to be painted onto the frock’s silky satin fabric.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Summer frocks remain on rotation, made appropriate for the season by thin sweaters and leather boots, while sandals pair with mini skirts and mocknecks.
    — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of frock

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“Couture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couture. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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