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couture

noun

Definition of couturenext
as in ready-to-wear

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Recent Examples of couture The event marked the first time Anderson has designed a couture wedding dress for a celebrity of Swift’s stature, and both the bride and groom wore Christian Louboutin shoes. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026 Gracie’s mother had sewing experience from making her children’s Halloween costumes, but couture construction was new territory. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 30 Aug. 2026 Mimmy Yeboah Her atelier worked with weavers in Bonwire, Kumasi to weave Saint John-Watson’s kente and Yeboah made her couture dinner reception dress. — Rebecca Suhrawardi, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Like couture, no matter how difficult the construction, the wearer should never notice it. — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 29 Aug. 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
  • Paul Stuart has long been known for its soft-shoulder look in tailoring and is believed to have been the first American retailer to bring side vents to the States, as well as the three-button suit.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Designers are making the claim that the humble sweater, long relegated to serving as a convenient layer beneath tailoring and outerwear, can also be the main attraction.
    — Jon Roth, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of tailoring
Noun
  • Schotex develops performance textiles for outdoor, fashion, sportswear and industrial applications.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026
  • People pass through exercising, out for a run after work, in sportswear, while Curtiss looks toward the clock across the way, at the entrance to Westward Drive, as if to indicate that his legacy defies time.
    — Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of sportswear
Noun
  • There have been some price increases in leather and outerwear.
    — David Moin, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026
  • For the La Ligne founders, the outerwear is where enthusiasm runs especially high.
    — Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of outerwear
Noun
  • The entire ensemble was effortless and feminine, featuring classic silhouettes with girly details.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2026
  • From leather ensembles to a flowy maxi dress, explore 12 stylish ways to wear a pair of Mary Jane shoes ahead.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of ensemble
Noun
  • From loungewear essentials like yoga pants and sweats to dressier picks like long-sleeve dresses and maxi skirts, there’s something on sale for everyone.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2026
  • The minimalist shape pairs well with jeans, loungewear, and even dresses.
    — Kaitlin Gates, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of loungewear
Noun
  • The analysis gives every product listing equal weight and does not separately assess whether polyester is virgin or recycled—limitations that complicate comparisons among fast-fashion, activewear and outdoor brands.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026
  • O’Neill has to reposition the brand to appeal to younger shoppers who have shifted their spending to Alo for yoga clothes or FP Movement and Vuori for activewear and continue to dial back discounts.
    — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of activewear
Noun
  • Anderson had just the frock for an outfit change before attending a photocall.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 10 Sep. 2026
  • But that juxtaposition is so great, having jewels in the frock.
    — Hunter Ingram, Variety, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of frock

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“Couture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couture. Accessed 15 Sep. 2026.

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