ALL ABOUT THE HAUTE COUTURE

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What is a haute couture house?
A haute couture house (or fashion house) is a company that specializes in the creation and production of high quality fashion clothing, shoes, accessories and other items that are used to create an image.
Haute couture houses are often leaders in the fashion industry and are considered to be the authority in the fashion world. They create collections, introduce new trends and set standards of beauty and elegance.
Some of the most famous haute couture houses in the world include brands such as Chanel, Dior, Gucci, Prada, Versace, Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga and many more.

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Founders of Haute Couture House. History of appearance
The concept of “High Fashion House” originated in mid-19th century France when Charles Frederick Worth founded the first fashion house in Paris in 1858. He specialized in the production of fashionable women’s clothing, as well as organizing fashion shows for wealthy clients.
Since then, many other haute couture houses have sprung up around the world and have become symbols of elegance, luxury and beauty.
The history of haute couture houses dates back to the 19th century. In 1858, the French fashion house Louis Vuitton was founded by Louis Vuitton. In 1888 the Lanvin brand was created by Jeanne Lanvin and in 1909 Gabrielle Chanel (Coco Chanel) opened her first boutique in Paris, France.
At that time, French fashion was at the height of its popularity, and these three brands became one of the first representatives of haute couture houses in the world. They set new standards for beauty, elegance and style, and continue to play an important role in the fashion industry to this day.
However, the most famous and influential haute couture house was the Dior fashion house founded by Christian Dior in 1946. Dior introduced a new aesthetic and approach to fashion that became known as the “new look” and became a model for many other fashion designers.
Haute couture houses work to create high quality and exclusive collections of fashionable clothes, shoes, accessories and other items that promote new trends in the fashion industry. They are also in charge of marketing and promoting their products, as well as managing their brand.
The process of creating collections usually begins a few months before the start of the fashion season. The Haute Couture designers conduct research and analyze current fashion trends in order to create a collection that will be most relevant for the season. They develop ideas for new designs, create sketches and select fabrics and materials for the production of clothing and accessories.
Then, when the designers have finished working on the collection, the Haute Couture House holds a fashion show where they present their new collection. This usually happens at fashion weeks that take place in various cities around the world.
When the collection is ready, the haute couture house begins production and distribution of its products. They use various sales channels such as their own boutiques, online stores, wholesale partners, etc.
Also, haute couture houses can work with celebrities and stars to promote their products and create fashion trends. They can also do charity events and collaborate with other brands to create collaborative collections.

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Couture clothes. Haute couture
Haute Couture is the highest level of luxury and quality in the fashion industry. These are high-quality and exclusive clothes that are created to order, by hand, using the highest quality materials and sewing techniques.
Designers working in the field of Haute Couture often have years of experience and technical prowess in fashion and tailoring. They create unique and customized outfits for their clients, who are often famous personalities and celebrities.
Haute couture clothing is often characterized by high quality materials, original designs and unique details such as embroidery, beads and crystals. These clothes can be expensive and out of reach for most people, and their production is limited to a small number of outfits per year.
These clothes can be expensive and out of reach for most people, and their production is limited to a small number of outfits per year.

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Clothing Ready-to-Wear/Pret-a-porte
Ready-to-Wear clothing is a collection of clothing that is mass-produced and available for sale in stores. Unlike haute couture clothing, which is made-to-measure and individually tailored to a specific client, ready-to-wear clothing is produced in standard sizes and can be bought in the store without the need for additional customization.
Unlike haute couture clothing, which is made-to-measure and individually tailored to a specific client, ready-to-wear clothing is produced in standard sizes and can be bought in the store without the need for additional customization. It is also affordable for most people as its prices can be more affordable than haute couture.
Ready-to-wear clothing can include various types of clothing, including casual wear, business wear, sportswear, evening dresses, and other types of clothing. Brands that specialize in ready-to-wear clothing usually release several collections a year to match fashion trends and market needs.

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The difference between haute couture and ready-to-wear
Characteristic | haute couture clothing | Ready-to-Wear clothing |
Price | Very high | Could be more accessible |
Production | Individual order, handmade | Mass production |
Collections | Limited collections released several times a year | Several collections per year, produced in large quantities |
Sizes | Individually tailored to the client | Standard sizes |
Material quality | High quality materials | There may be different quality of materials |
FAQ.
• How much does haute couture clothes cost? •
The cost of haute couture clothes depends on many factors, such as the designer, the materials, the complexity of the work, and the uniqueness of the product. Usually the prices for haute couture clothes are very high and can reach hundreds of thousands of dollars for one piece.
For example, at the couture shows of Chanel, Dior, Valentino and other famous brands, prices for outfits can start at $10,000 and go up to over $100,000 for a dress or suit. However, the cost may be lower if it is a product of lesser complexity or created by a lesser known designer.
• Where to buy haute couture clothes? •
Haute couture clothing is high quality and exclusive clothing produced in limited editions by the world’s leading designers and fashion houses. It can be purchased in specialized stores, boutiques and department stores that offer such brands.
Depending on the location and brand chosen, haute couture prices can vary considerably. To buy such clothes, you can contact the official brand dealers or visit online stores that offer such clothes.
In addition, many of these stores offer online ordering and worldwide shipping, which can be convenient for customers from other countries.
• Who can afford haute couture? •
Haute couture clothing belongs to the high segment of the fashion market and is exclusive and expensive. It is usually bought by very wealthy people, including famous people, businessmen, celebrities, aristocrats and members of royal families.
Often such clothes are ordered on an individual level, which makes them even more exclusive and expensive.
However, recently there has been an increase in the number of people who can afford haute couture clothing. This is due to the growth in the number of rich people in developing countries, as well as the increase in the number of successful start-ups.