couture

/kuːˈtʊr/
noun
  1. The design and manufacture of fashionable, custom-made clothing, especially high-end or luxury garments.
    • Couture dresses are often made by hand and cost thousands of dollars.
    • She dreams of working in Parisian couture.
    • The fashion show featured the latest couture from top designers.
  2. High-fashion clothing or the fashion industry as a whole.
    • Many celebrities wear couture on the red carpet.
    • Her wardrobe is full of beautiful couture pieces.
    • The boutique specializes in Italian couture.
Synonyms
adjective
  1. Relating to high fashion or custom-made clothing.
    • She bought a couture gown for the gala.
    • He admired the couture craftsmanship of the suit.
    • The store sells both ready-to-wear and couture items.
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