durable garments

[/ˈdʊrəbəl ˈɡɑːrmənt/]
noun phrasepl: durable garments
roupas duráveis
1. clothing items made from sturdy, long-lasting materials designed to withstand frequent wear and washing
Durable garments made from high-quality cotton are ideal for workwear.
Roupas duráveis feitas de algodão de alta qualidade são ideais para uso profissional.
2. apparel that maintains its integrity, color, and form after extended use and multiple launderings
We invested in durable garments for our children's school uniforms.
Investimos em roupas duráveis para os uniformes escolares de nossas crianças.
3. clothing designed for longevity rather than fashion trends, emphasizing practical construction and resilient fabric
These durable garments are built to last through years of regular wear.
Essas roupas duráveis foram construídas para durar anos de uso regular.
In Brazil and the USA, durable garments are increasingly valued as part of sustainable fashion movements and conscious consumerism. The concept reflects a shift away from fast fashion toward quality, environmentally-conscious clothing choices. In corporate and workwear sectors, durable garments are emphasized for cost-effectiveness and reliability.
NYC Slang
tough threads; built-to-last gear
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sturdy clothinglong-lasting garmentsresilient apparelhardwearing clothestough fabrics
Antonyms / Antônimos
delicate garmentsfragile clothingdisposable garmentsflimsy apparel

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
roupas duráveis
standard term used across Brazil for long-lasting clothing
São Paulo
peças duráveis
alternative phrasing emphasizing individual garment pieces
Rio de Janeiro
roupa resistente
emphasis on resistance and strength of materials
Portugal
peças de roupa duráveis
more formal phrasing; Portuguese preference for 'peças de roupa'

Related Words

workwearfabric qualitytextile strengthconstruction durabilitywear resistancegarment longevity

Related Idioms & Phrases

built to last
made to wear
quality construction
tried and tested
stand the test of time
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