couturier

noun

cou·tu·ri·er kü-ˈtu̇r-ē-ər

-ē-ˌā

: an establishment engaged in couture

also : the proprietor of or designer for such an establishment

Examples of couturier in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Here is Ben Mendelsohn as an exquisitely dignified Dior, working in obscurity for the couturier Lucien Lelong (and reluctant to design dresses for Nazi wives), and Juliette Binoche as his high-profile rival Coco Chanel, comporting with members of the Third Reich and living at the Ritz. —

Vogue, 19 July 2024 The dress, made by couturier Fiona Clare, featured a classic A-line skirt, long, slightly exaggerated sleeves, and embroidery on the hemline and cuffs. —

Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 July 2024 In the new Disney+ series, Cristóbal Balenciaga, the story of the prolific couturier is told through some of the highlights of his career, starting with his first-ever fashion show in Paris. —

Frances Solá-Santiago, refinery29.com, 25 Jan. 2024 Another show spotlighting the couturier’s love of florals will begin in the fall. —

Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for couturier

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