tailoring
noun
tai·lor·ing
ˈtā-lə-riŋ 
1
a
: the business or occupation of a tailor
b
: the work or workmanship of a tailor
2
: the making or adapting of something to suit a particular purpose
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Additionally, many of the pieces that made up the collection used traditional sewing techniques and applications such as ornate tailoring and fluid draping to evoke a feeling of definitive elegance—keeping the collection relevant, while embracing subtle nods to classic fashion design.
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Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Prada Collapse sneakers, $975 Photo : Courtesy of Berluti
The Heeled Chelsea Boot
The Chelsea boot is quickly emerging as the shoe of choice to pair with tailoring.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2025
In a season defined by structured dressing, Bittar’s organic forms play in harmony with Parisian tailoring and Americana’s utilitarian edge.
—Essence, 14 Feb. 2025
The pants, which come in regular, tall, and petite lengths, combine cozy Italian flannel fabric with sharp tailoring for a fit that’s relaxed yet polished.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
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Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Prada Collapse sneakers, $975 Photo : Courtesy of Berluti
The Heeled Chelsea Boot
The Chelsea boot is quickly emerging as the shoe of choice to pair with tailoring.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2025
In a season defined by structured dressing, Bittar’s organic forms play in harmony with Parisian tailoring and Americana’s utilitarian edge.
—Essence, 14 Feb. 2025
The pants, which come in regular, tall, and petite lengths, combine cozy Italian flannel fabric with sharp tailoring for a fit that’s relaxed yet polished.
—Averi Baudler, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
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“Tailoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tailoring. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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tailoring
noun
tai·lor·ing
ˈtā-lə-riŋ
1
a
: the business or occupation of a tailor
b
: the work or quality of work of a tailor
2
: the making or adapting of something to suit a particular purpose
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