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dressmaker
This term describes a skilled artisan specializing in the construction of feminine attire. It carries a connotation of bespoke craftsmanship and precision, often evoking a small-scale studio or a personalized service rather than industrial mass production. While it overlaps with the term tailor, dressmaker specifically emphasizes the creation of dresses and gowns, typically associated with women's fashion.
In modern usage, the word can feel slightly traditional or nostalgic, though it remains the standard professional designation for those who specialize in custom dress construction. It implies a high level of technical expertise in pattern making and fabric manipulation.
Meanings
Examples
The dressmaker took my measurements for the evening gown.
I need to find a skilled dressmaker to alter this vintage dress.
She worked as a dressmaker in a small village during the war.
The royal dressmaker arrived early to fit the princess for the ball.
My grandmother was a talented dressmaker who could sew anything.
The dressmaker suggested a silk fabric for the summer wedding.
I wonder if the dressmaker can fix this tear in the seam.