custom garments

[ˈkʌs.təm ˈɡɑr.mənts]
nounpl: custom garments
roupas sob medida
1. Clothing items that are specially made to fit an individual's specific measurements and preferences, rather than mass-produced in standard sizes
She ordered custom garments from the tailor for her wedding.
Ela encomendou roupas sob medida do alfaiate para seu casamento.
2. Bespoke or tailored clothing designed and constructed to meet unique style and fit requirements
Custom garments are more expensive but offer superior fit and quality.
As roupas sob medida são mais caras, mas oferecem melhor ajuste e qualidade.
Custom garments represent a luxury market segment in both Brazilian and American fashion industries. In Brazil, 'roupas sob medida' is particularly valued in formal wear and business attire. In the USA and NYC, 'custom garments' and 'bespoke clothing' are associated with high-end fashion and craftsmanship. The practice reflects traditional tailoring values while also embracing modern personalization trends.
NYC Slang
bespoke fit
Synonyms / Sinônimos
bespoke clothingtailored garmentsmade-to-measure clothespersonalized clothing
Antonyms / Antônimos
ready-to-wearoff-the-rackmass-produced clothingstandard-size garments

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
roupas sob medida
Most common and standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
roupas feitas sob medida
Slightly more formal variation commonly used in fashion contexts
São Paulo
peças customizadas
More modern, business-oriented term reflecting fashion industry usage
Portugal
roupa feita à medida
Portuguese variation using 'à medida' instead of 'sob medida'

Related Words

tailorseamstressmeasurementsfittingfabric selectionalterations

Related Idioms & Phrases

tailored to perfection
made to measure
fitted like a glove
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