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Complete Definition of "haute couture"

English
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Etymology
From F. haute, feminine of haut, "high, elegant" + couture, "sewing."

Pronunciation
AHD|/Åt-kî-tîrî/ or /Åt-kî-türî/

Noun
haute couture
#A common term for high fashion as produced in Paris and imitated in other fashion capitals such as New York, London, and Milan.
#The fashion houses or fashion designers that create exclusive and often trend-setting fashions
#Any unique stylish design made to order for wealthy and high-status clients.
#French fashion

Synonyms
high style
high fashion
exclusive fashion
trend-setting fashion

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