1
: fashioned or fitted to resemble a tailor's work
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3
: having the look of one fitted by a custom tailor
Examples of tailored in a Sentence
pants bought off the rack never fit me so I have to buy tailored ones instead
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Interiors nod to the tailored, heritage-rich style of Ralph Lauren—antique wood furnishings, vintage rugs, and rich textures throughout—while large windows, original artwork by regional artists, and warm lighting give each space a modern, welcoming feel.
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Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 8 June 2025
This year’s event was a fusion of tailored fashion for men from brands like Joseph Auren and Love For Upcycling and bold garment applications from David Tupaz, Sugarpuss, and Henri Costa.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 7 June 2025
For more formal occasions, she’s also rotated in white sneakers worn with tailored linen separates — a recurring combination that blends practicality with polish.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 7 June 2025
Unlike many in the industry, ACE is not distracted by charter services, maintenance programs, or management divisions—its singular focus is on brokerage, which allows the firm to deliver tailored guidance, real-time market insights, and white-glove service every step of the way.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 5 June 2025
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Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 8 June 2025
This year’s event was a fusion of tailored fashion for men from brands like Joseph Auren and Love For Upcycling and bold garment applications from David Tupaz, Sugarpuss, and Henri Costa.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 7 June 2025
For more formal occasions, she’s also rotated in white sneakers worn with tailored linen separates — a recurring combination that blends practicality with polish.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 7 June 2025
Unlike many in the industry, ACE is not distracted by charter services, maintenance programs, or management divisions—its singular focus is on brokerage, which allows the firm to deliver tailored guidance, real-time market insights, and white-glove service every step of the way.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 5 June 2025
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“Tailored.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tailored. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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tailored
adjective
tai·lored
ˈtā-lərd 
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: fashioned or fitted like a tailor's work
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