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Recent Examples of couture
On July 9, she was seen in Paris attending Balenciaga’s fall 2025 couture fashion show, which marked the last of Demna’s tenure as creative director of the brand.
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Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 13 July 2025
The official fall 2025 schedule felt lighter than usual, with absences from major labels like Valentino (the brand only stages a couture show once a year) and Dior (whose new creative director, Jonathan Anderson, was only appointed a month ago).
—Alice Pfeiffer, CNN Money, 11 July 2025
That's one word to sum up Robert Wun's latest couture collection, from horror-esque bridal looks covered in red fingerprints to architectural, boxy women's suits.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
In Paris these past few days, the fall 2025 shows at couture week took over the City of Light.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 10 July 2025
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Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 13 July 2025
The official fall 2025 schedule felt lighter than usual, with absences from major labels like Valentino (the brand only stages a couture show once a year) and Dior (whose new creative director, Jonathan Anderson, was only appointed a month ago).
—Alice Pfeiffer, CNN Money, 11 July 2025
That's one word to sum up Robert Wun's latest couture collection, from horror-esque bridal looks covered in red fingerprints to architectural, boxy women's suits.
—Nadja Sayej, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
In Paris these past few days, the fall 2025 shows at couture week took over the City of Light.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for couture
Noun
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With the right tailoring and silhouette, a simple sundress could easily look like an expensive designer piece—and in France, where clothing labels are practically taboo, no one would know the difference.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
9 July 2025
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Modern and classic Black dandies also tend to embrace bespoke tailoring, extravagant accessories and bold color palettes.—
Haadiza Ogwude,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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The Athletic has no idea, so here’s the expert opinion of former sportswear designer and now senior lecturer in sportswear design at Manchester Metropolitan University, Sarah Collins.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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The company’s overall performance is being lifted by a boom in the sportswear segment, especially in Asian countries, with running and cycling driving the rise.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
11 July 2025
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The rest of the archive was sold by Massimo Osti himself just before his death to David Chu, the American designer with Taiwanese roots who founded men’s outerwear and sportswear company Nautica.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
21 July 2025
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The Capsule Wardrobe Essentials A crisp white button-down shirt is the ultimate wardrobe essential, equally at home under a blazer for meetings or on the weekend with leggings, white sneakers, and oversized outerwear.—
Christina Holevas,
Vogue,
16 July 2025
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However, since the models run so quickly, they can be used to create ensembles, or large numbers of concurrent forecasts.—
Renny Vandewege,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The bespoke ensemble, designed by Elisabetta Franchi, had the same elegance depicted in the original look, which was made by customer Edith Head for the Alfred Hitchcock movie.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Today, the best loungewear is having a sophisticated revival: A work-from-home wardrobe that merges comfort with professionalism.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
17 July 2025
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This soft and affordable two-piece loungewear set by Lillusory will save you money in the long run.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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Today, the brand is known for its sculpting fits, capsule color palettes, and fashion-forward yet functional approach to activewear.—
Karin Eldor,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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The Insecure actress partnered with the activewear brand for its new Seek Beyond platform, which aims to give users a space to reflect on wellness through the lens of movement, mindfulness and connection.—
Starr Bowenbank,
People.com,
24 July 2025
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This midi frock features a round-neckline, short sleeves, and roomy pockets, and it’s designed with a drawstring waist for a personalized fit.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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The frock was nearly floor-length and was designed with hundreds of intricate beads throughout.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
11 July 2025
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“Couture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/couture. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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