Haute couture VS Pret a Porter

Christian Dior

Armani Prive

Elle Saab


HAUTE COUTURE

Haute couture is a term for high sewing.It is a term usually used when referring to the creations of exclusive fashion houses.It is a common term for custom fitted clothing as produced primarily in Paris but also in other fashion capitals such as New York,Milan and London.Haute couture is not only custom made for a specific customer,it is also made from high quality expensive fabric, sewn with extreme attention to detail and finish, often using time consuming hand executed techniques.When you go to the store of your chosen fashion house, you are given a catalogue to go through and choose the style of your choice.After choosing the style you are given an appointment for your dress fitting where it is made according to your body measurement. The specific time given to collect your cloth can take several months because of the extreme attention to detail.These creation are usually made exclusively for the rich.


PRET a PORTER
 Pret a Porter is another word for "Ready to wear" or what is commonly known as "Ready Made".It is more of a line made in different sizes (8,10,12........).They are sold in different stores and boutiques (not necessarily the fashion house's boutique) and are usually alot cheaper and bought off the rack.The attention to detail is not much because they are mass produced.However if you want the dresses fitted according to your body size or altered, you are charged extra box for this.