made-to-measure clothing

[/meɪd təˈmɛʒər ˈkloʊðɪŋ/]
nounpl: made-to-measure clothing (uncountable)
roupa sob medida
1. Garments that are custom-made for an individual customer according to their specific measurements and preferences
She invested in made-to-measure clothing for her professional wardrobe.
Ela investiu em roupa sob medida para seu guarda-roupa profissional.
2. Tailored clothing designed and constructed to fit a particular person's body precisely
Made-to-measure clothing ensures a perfect fit and superior quality.
A roupa sob medida garante um ajuste perfeito e qualidade superior.
3. Custom tailoring service where clothes are created from scratch based on individual specifications
The tailor specializes in made-to-measure clothing for weddings and formal events.
O alfaiate se especializa em roupa sob medida para casamentos e eventos formais.
In Brazil, made-to-measure clothing represents a premium service, particularly valued in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro among affluent professionals and for special occasions. In the USA, the concept is marketed as 'bespoke' tailoring, often associated with luxury fashion and high-end menswear. This service reflects personal attention to detail and quality craftsmanship in both cultures.
NYC Slang
bespoke fit / custom threads
Synonyms / Sinônimos
bespoke clothingcustom-made clothingtailored clothingcustom tailoringmade-to-order clothing
Antonyms / Antônimos
ready-made clothingoff-the-rack clothingmass-produced clothingready-to-wear clothing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
roupa sob medida
Standard term used throughout Brazil for custom-tailored clothing
Rio de Janeiro
roupa sob medida / confecção personalizada
Common usage in fashion-forward Rio de Janeiro
São Paulo
roupa sob medida / peça customizada
Modern and business-oriented term used in São Paulo's fashion industry
Portugal
roupa à medida / fato à medida
Portuguese variation; 'fato' specifically refers to suits made to measure

Related Words

tailorbespokealterationscustom fittinghaute couturemeasurementgarment construction

Related Idioms & Phrases

fit like a glove
tailored to perfection
custom-fitted for success
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