READY-TO-WEAR Synonyms: 67 Similar and Opposite Words

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Definition of ready-to-wear

as in off-the-rack

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In between Fendi introduced Fendissime (1987), a youthful ready-to-wear line that was managed by the third generation of Fendi, including Silvia Venturini Fendi, Anna’s daughter. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026 Her ensemble contrasted heavily with Saldaña, 48, who opted for a full-noir look from Balmain’s fall 2026 ready-to-wear collection, per WWD. — Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026 For a photo call in Berlin, the star sported a vintage varsity in a red jersey shirt tucked into a plaid pencil skirt from Coach's fall/winter 2026 ready-to-wear collection. — Morgan Evans, USA Today, 28 July 2026 Their colorful offerings include jackets, weekender bags, caftans, and ready-to-wear. — Maggie Turner, Air Mail, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for ready-to-wear

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ready-to-wear

Adjective

Parker married Broderick on May 19, 1997, in an off-the-rack black gown by Morgane le Fay.

— Ariana Quihuiz, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026
In recent years, Abercrombie jeans have become a sort of phenomenon, thanks to a rebrand and refocus on creating the best-fitting off-the-rack jeans.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 9 July 2026

Definition of off-the-rack

Noun

Who’s flaunting their skeletal frame and who hides a bit behind a couture wall of feathers?

— Marti Noxon, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
At the January couture shows in Paris, the look was epitomized by Lauren Sánchez Bezos and her devotion to an hourglass silhouette and toe-crunching heels.

— Robin Givhan, Vanity Fair, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of couture

Adjective

The warehouse chain just announced the debut of their Member’s Mark Choice Beef Pot Roast with Carrots and Potatoes, ready-made to take the stress out of meal planning.

— Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2026
In addition, the intricate designs on the dress Diana wore were hand-embroidered by Elizabeth, whereas the fabric for the backup was ready-made.

— Emma Banks, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of ready-made

Noun

Few fabrics in the annals of men’s tailoring are as storied as seersucker.

— Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2026
Instead, Brink and stylist Shiona Turini consistently blend masculine tailoring and feminine silhouettes to create looks worth emulating all autumn long.

— Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of tailoring

Adjective

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
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

Definition of store

Noun

Xtep Group, which operates its core Xtep brand, X Young, and Saucony, as well as Merrell in China, is betting on the running category to facilitate growth in the country’s competitive sportswear market.

— Denni Hu, Footwear News, 25 Aug. 2026
Adidas The German sportswear giant carried a halo from this summer’s World Cup, serving as an official FIFA sponsor and the outfitter for both finalists, Spain and Argentina.

— Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of sportswear

Adjective

Suddenly the $700 off-the-shelf Luccheses feel like a bargain.

— Christine Lennon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
Yet, despite decades of effort and millions in capital expenditures, true end-to-end lineage across a complex enterprise mosaic of custom builds and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products remained an elusive goal.

— Barney Krishnan, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of off-the-shelf

Noun

Barn jackets and trench coats are quintessential fall outerwear, and this plaid-collar find combines both.

— Anna Traver, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026
Classic tees for effortless layering, elegant slips for summer’s heat, statement skirts for a touch of drama, and playful outerwear for the season ahead.

— Minty Mellon, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of outerwear

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