couture

noun

Definition of couturenext
as in ready-to-wear

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Recent Examples of couture But the business reality behind these global ambitions is that bridal couture remains the financial backbone for most Indian brands. — CNN Money, 30 July 2026 Stewart’s Nike shoes worn in Cannes accompanied a spring 2026 couture Chanel look by Matthieu Blazy featuring a matching sheer top and midi skirt — the actress is a longtime ambassador for the French luxury brand. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 July 2026 The star accented the couture look with art deco Boucheron earrings and custom Louboutin pumps embellished with a crystal spider on the toe and another on the back of the heel. — Morgan Evans, USA Today, 28 July 2026 Zendaya’s red carpet archive spans everything from archival couture and futuristic fashion to Old Hollywood glamour, cementing her status as one of the defining style icons of her generation. — Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 25 July 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
  • Lim’s designs were known for their cool, easy and chic aesthetic, which combined effortless California casualness with sophisticated New York tailoring.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
  • No one likes the sloppy tailoring of Octavius’s open-back suit, but Law loves the jacket.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 17 July 2026
Definition of tailoring
Noun
  • Although German sportswear brand Puma reported a slip in sales in the second quarter, the company’s bosses remain optimistic that their plan to bring the brand back to growth by 2027 is on the right track.
    — Cathrin Schaer, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
  • The German sportswear giant said revenue is now expected to grow between 9% and 10% in 2026, coming off a particularly strong quarter of 13% sales growth boosted by the World Cup and retro lines.
    — Sarah Min,Hugh Leask,Justina Lee,Tanaya Macheel, CNBC, 29 July 2026
Definition of sportswear
Noun
  • At the Mandarin Oriental Conservatorium Hotel in Amsterdam, guests in the top suites have received outerwear from the local brand GOFRANCK.
    — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
  • In contrast to the sporting attire around her in the stands and on the field, Madonna embraced her signature lingerie-as-outerwear uniform.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 19 July 2026
Definition of outerwear
Noun
  • For her main ensemble, the Catwoman star wore head-to-toe black, including a strappy triangle bikini layered beneath a semi-sheer coverup that doubled as a minidress.
    — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Outdoors, taiko ensembles will showcase their drumming and kung fu and kendo groups will demonstrate the martial arts disciplines.
    — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of ensemble
Noun
  • Nguyen is based in Los Angeles and reports to Kardashian and Grede, who started the brand in 2019 by reimagining women’s underwear, loungewear and shapewear.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 27 July 2026
  • Loungewear doesn’t have to look like loungewear, and this matching set is proof.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 26 July 2026
Definition of loungewear
Noun
  • Heated workouts Beyond Yoga recently launched its first high-sweat performance activewear line, glowzone, ideal for sweaty workouts like HIIT, hot yoga and Pilates.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 29 July 2026
  • Small-scale stripe, check and plaid apply to shirting fabrics and activewear.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 28 July 2026
Definition of activewear
Noun
  • The entire frock was crafted from pleated pieces of frayed satin, creating a subtle multi-dimensional effect from every angle.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 30 July 2026
  • Fans of Brock Collection’s frilly, floral frocks are in for a treat.
    — Ari Stark, Footwear News, 22 July 2026
Definition of frock

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