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Recent Examples of ready-to-wear
Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez, Parents, 30 Jan. 2026
Sanchez Bezos has attended a number of fashion events before, including Balenciaga and Chanel’s ready-to-wear shows last fall.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 28 Jan. 2026
As tempting as runway and ready-to-wear pieces might be, opting for more affordable finds is often the more practical move.
—Nina Derwin, Glamour, 25 Jan. 2026
This appeared to have paid off with Victoria Beckham Holdings expanding into ready-to-wear, leather goods, and, critically, beauty.
—Gemma Allen, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
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In that time braids have adapted to be many things—evidence of tribal affiliation and a map to communicate the journey to freedom, and, more recently, an embrace of Blackness and a ready-to-wear protective style.
—Ambreia Meadows-Fernandez, Parents, 30 Jan. 2026
Sanchez Bezos has attended a number of fashion events before, including Balenciaga and Chanel’s ready-to-wear shows last fall.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 28 Jan. 2026
As tempting as runway and ready-to-wear pieces might be, opting for more affordable finds is often the more practical move.
—Nina Derwin, Glamour, 25 Jan. 2026
This appeared to have paid off with Victoria Beckham Holdings expanding into ready-to-wear, leather goods, and, critically, beauty.
—Gemma Allen, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ready-to-wear
Adjective
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Julia Roberts opted for unconventional in 1990, wearing an off-the-rack Giorgio Armani gray suit.—
Colleen Kratofil,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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But modern shopping habits and off-the-rack fashion has meant most women buy something readymade and if necessary alter the garment to fit.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
19 Dec. 2025
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Sisters Jacky Marshall and Blue Farrier once again took on the task of drawing the couture for Vogue Runway.—
Laird Borrelli-Persson,
Vogue,
6 Feb. 2026
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And to honor Milan’s rep as one of the major Fashion Week cities, the 2026 Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony went couture with its flag ceremony.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The creators were given broad access to Wonder Project series, including early screeners, set visits, clips and other assets that are ready-made for creators to craft social media posts that help spread the word about the shows.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
15 Jan. 2026
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Directors are still struggling with the task of filming the digital world, whereas analog media, which depend on face-to-face action and interpersonal decision-making, are ready-made for movies.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
9 Jan. 2026
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While the three women have vastly different tastes, Amal Clooney, Victoria Beckham, and Jennifer Lopez should all serve as a reminder that good tailoring goes a long way.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
9 Feb. 2026
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Inside the museum, Browne’s fall 2026 collection returned to the gray tailoring that defined his early work, sending shrunken jackets, slim trousers and pleated skirts down the runway alongside looks styled with Asics Gel-Kayano 14 runners as part of his collaboration with the brand.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
7 Feb. 2026
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More than 82% of new space last year was built for traditional, specialty and super-store grocers.—
Brian Womack,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Jan. 2026
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By then, store interior displays were as critical as the windows, reflecting each city’s unique take on the holiday season with decorations ranging from subdued to outrageous.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
23 Dec. 2025
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Outopia, a Chinese sportswear brand, has announced a Series B funding round led by Meridian Capital, Challenjers Capital, Ventech China and Shunwei Capital.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026
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Eddie Bauer files for bankruptcy The outdoor sportswear chain plans to sell about 200 stores across the US and Canada due to declining sales and supply chain challenges.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Micross designed the device as a commercial off-the-shelf solution.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Feb. 2026
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Yet Frampton’s concept does apply, even in our city of off-the-shelf towers.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Stick to one all-purpose cleaner (store-bought or DIY) to reduce clutter from extra bottles.—
Sheila Kim,
The Spruce,
1 Feb. 2026
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Pour in 8 cups (1.9 L) unsalted chicken broth, homemade or store-bought, and scrape up and brown bits from the bottom of the pan.—
Hailee Catalano,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
23 Jan. 2026
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