couturier

noun

cou·​tu·​ri·​er kü-ˈtu̇r-ē-ər How to pronounce couturier (audio)
-ē-ˌā
: an establishment engaged in couture
also : the proprietor of or designer for such an establishment

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Early 20th century couturier Paul Poiret was also known for his interior designs and presented a nautical interiors project during the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 1925, which helped spark the Art Deco movement. Sofia Celeste, WWD, 20 Feb. 2025 Portman also sat on the jury alongside a group of LVMH’s star couturiers, marking the first time an LVMH brand ambassador has been involved in judging the prestigious award. Hannah Malach, WWD, 4 Mar. 2025 Undoubtedly, Charles de Vilmorin is one of the industry’s most talented young couturiers. Ian Malone, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2025 Fast forward to 2025 and beauty continues to be a focus for the couturier and his longtime partner, Giancarlo Giammetti. Luisa Zargani, WWD, 22 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for couturier

Word History

Etymology

French, dressmaker, from Old French cousturier tailor's assistant, from cousture

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of couturier was in 1899

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“Couturier.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/couturier. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.

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