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Recent Examples of ready-to-wear
Essence, 13 June 2025
Ian previously worked in the magazine’s accessory and ready-to-wear departments.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 13 June 2025
Related Stories The high-gloss sandals echoed the sheen of her Western-style fringed jacket from Ferrari’s fall 2025 ready-to-wear collection, with the wraparound straps and fringe creating a cohesive sense of movement and texture.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 4 June 2025
Comprised of ready-to-wear apparel and accessories, the collection features prints of the singer's autograph as well as archival imagery of Spears captured by photographers Rankin and Steven Klein.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 3 June 2025
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Designed by Pharrell Williams and Louis Vuitton’s Men’s studio, the collection features elegant ready-to-wear pieces, accessories, and bespoke luggage crafted with refined materials and signature details.
—Essence, 13 June 2025
Ian previously worked in the magazine’s accessory and ready-to-wear departments.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 13 June 2025
Related Stories The high-gloss sandals echoed the sheen of her Western-style fringed jacket from Ferrari’s fall 2025 ready-to-wear collection, with the wraparound straps and fringe creating a cohesive sense of movement and texture.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 4 June 2025
Comprised of ready-to-wear apparel and accessories, the collection features prints of the singer's autograph as well as archival imagery of Spears captured by photographers Rankin and Steven Klein.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ready-to-wear
Adjective
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The gentleman wears his sense of existential defeat like an off-the-rack suit.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
8 May 2025
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About one in six people fit decently well into off-the-rack clubs.—
Steve Metsch,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2025
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Or the Lanvin private shopping experience at the Dominick Hotel in NYC’s Soho—the luxury French brand brings its couture lines, which typically can only be seen at Fashion Week, to your hotel room for a personalized styling and shopping session.—
Hannah Seligson,
Robb Report,
19 June 2025
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Her gown, a Schiaparelli spring 2025 couture runway piece designed by the maison’s creative director, Daniel Roseberry, also added an air of eccentricity to her overall style with a stiff, off-the-shoulder, crystal bodice top.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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Whether homemade or ready-made, many of the garments are modest and inexpensive.—
Jane Levere,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2025
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In short: Orlando is ready-made for Major League Baseball.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 June 2025
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The brand, whose DNA is rooted in Italian tailoring traditions, is eschewing younger looks, offering a new take on classicism imbued with urban touches.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
20 June 2025
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With sharp tailoring and rich detailing, the collection blends bold statement pieces with timeless wardrobe staples.—
Essence,
Essence,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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The National Retail Federation expects U.S. online and non-store sales this year to grow as much as 23% from 2020, to roughly $1.13 trillion, the trade group said in June.—
Angus Loten,
WSJ,
27 Oct. 2021
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And online and other non-store sales are expected to increase between 10% and 12%.—
Ivana Pino,
Fortune,
20 Dec. 2022
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The collection features elevated, fashion-forward sportswear, including luxe knitwear (polos, skirts and tops), sweat sets, tailored track pants and performance outerwear, along with workout gear, sporty tailoring, dresses, skirts, shirts and accessories such as handbags.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
10 June 2025
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Stop by to shop American sportswear summer staples like button-down linen shirts, light cashmere sweaters, and white jeans.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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However, Sánchez said the policy would force Spain to purchase off-the-shelf equipment instead of cultivating its own industrial base, as recorded in his letter.—
Ashleigh Fields,
The Hill,
19 June 2025
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His answer: a serum powered by a first-of-its-kind vitamin A derivative, formulated to penetrate deeper than off-the-shelf retinoids—without the ingredient’s signature irritation.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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The ice cream is store-bought, but the tasty lime curd is from-scratch and only takes a few minutes to whip up.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
26 June 2025
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Bake a tray of chicken tenders (store-bought or homemade), set out flour tortillas, and offer a few sauces, pickles, and shredded lettuce.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 June 2025
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“Ready-to-wear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ready-to-wear. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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