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Haute Couture
"high sewing" or "high dressmaking”refers to the creation of exclusive custom fitted clothing.
Origin of “Haute Couture”The queen of fashion
”Marie Antiontte”(1755-1793) as wife of Louis xvi of France ,she was the most influential fashion leader of the eighteenth century
First CouturierRose Bertin was the first couturier who made haute couture dress for queen Marie Antointte.
Legal aspectDesign made-to-order for private clients, with one or more fittings.
Have a workshop (atelier) in Paris that employs at least fifteen people full-time.
Each season (i.e., twice a year), present a collection to the Paris press, comprising at least thirty-five runs/exits with outfits for both daytime wear and evening wear.
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