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

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adjective

Definition of ready-to-wear

as in off-the-rack

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Adjective

There’s ready-to-wear, sure, but also accessories that are easy to carry from one season to the next. — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026 The actor’s outfit was adapted from Ackermann’s Fall-Winter 2026 ready-to-wear collection, which ruminated on the language of desire and seduction, and the magnetism of opposites. — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026 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 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

The company will introduce Nicole + Felicia Evening as a new division of the couture house.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026
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

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

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

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

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

The sporty outerwear has since become a transitional dressing essential, with plenty more affordable versions popping up from Quince, Gap, and more.

— Jordan Julian, InStyle, 3 Sep. 2026
Chinos, jersey and knitwear and outerwear are no longer outliers to tailoring but part and parcel of men’s desire to dress more smartly.

— Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of outerwear

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