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La haute couture
This term refers to custom-fitted clothing made entirely by hand. In France, it is a legally protected designation that only specific houses like Chanel or Dior can claim.
Examples in context
La haute couture attire les clients les plus riches.
Haute couture attracts the wealthiest clients.
Le défilé de haute couture était vraiment spectaculaire.
The haute couture show was truly spectacular.
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