Couture

usgb/kuˈtʊr/
noun

The design and manufacturing of fashionable clothes that are tailored for specific customers.

She wore a couture dress to the red carpet event.
Visual representation of "couture" - The design and manufacturing of fashionable clothes that are tailored for specific customers.

Often appears as...

  • haute couture
  • couture fashion

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Fashion

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Exclusivity

Couture items are unique and often signify high status and exclusivity due to custom tailoring.

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Her couture gown was a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
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High Cost

Couture often comes with a high price tag due to the meticulous work and detail involved.

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The couture collection featured dresses with prices as high as five figures.
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Celebrity Favorite

Celebrities often wear couture because of its custom fit and unique design for special events.

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At the gala, several stars were spotted in couture ensembles.
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