1
of clothing : ready-made
2
: dealing in ready-made clothes
ready-to-wear stores
ready-to-wear noun

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Matt also observes that unlike ready-to-wear fashion shows, Alta Moda gives guests and those working behind-the-scenes more time to breathe and immerse themselves in the brand’s universe. Bianca Salonga, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025 Soli Basket, starting at $520 The Architectural Clutch: Le Salon, starting at $1,290 Though Jacquemus was initially known for his ready-to-wear, accessories soon followed. Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 10 May 2025 The collaboration also introduces a capsule collection of ready-to-wear and accessories to broaden its appeal, featuring technical apparel and distinctive outerwear designed for active lifestyles. Essence, 9 May 2025 On Met Monday, over a dozen gala guests donned his custom pieces — a staggering number for even luxury brands — while some stylists picked looks for their clients from his ready-to-wear line. Jay Stahl, USA Today, 7 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for ready-to-wear

Word History

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of ready-to-wear was in 1895

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“Ready-to-wear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ready-to-wear. Accessed 18 May. 2025.

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ready-to-wear

adjective
ˌred-ēt-ə-ˈwa(ə)r,
-ˈwe(ə)r
: made in a standard size and not for any particular person

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