3.5.1 Haute Couture

• Haute couture is the pinnacle of high fashion in France
• What are the four main characteristics of haute couture?

  Custom-made, handmade, exclusive, standards-meeting
• Haute couture preserves traditional skills while pushing the boundaries of creativity.
• The Father of Haute Couture is Charles Frederick Worth
• Match the key figure with their contribution to haute couture:

  Charles Frederick Worth ↔️ Established the first haute couture fashion house

  Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode ↔️ Governs haute couture standards

  Fashion Houses ↔️ Design and create custom-made clothing
• Stages in the production process of haute couture:

  1️⃣ Concept and Design (croquis by couturier)

  2️⃣ Moulage (prototype creation by modéliste)

  3️⃣ Pattern Making and Cutting (by atelier staff)

  4️⃣ Sewing and Fitting (by atelier seamstresses)

  5️⃣ Finishing and Embellishment (by specialists)
• The initial sketch in the production process of haute couture is called a croquis
• A moulage is created by draping fabric on a dress form.
• Which organization sets the strict standards for haute couture fashion houses?

  Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode
• Haute couture garments are designed and tailored to fit individual clients
• Haute couture garments are crafted using only automated machinery.

  False
• What type of materials are used in haute couture garments?

  High-quality fabrics
• What is the pinnacle of high fashion in France?

  Haute Couture
• Haute Couture is characterized by custom-made designs tailored to individual clients
• Haute Couture designs are made using mass production techniques.

  False
• Which organization sets the standards for Haute Couture?

  Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode
• The term Haute Couture refers to clothing designed and created in France
• Haute Couture emphasizes handmade craftsmanship by skilled artisans.
• What is a key characteristic of Haute Couture craftsmanship?

  Meticulously crafted by skilled artisans
• One hallmark of Haute Couture is exclusive access due to its high cost and limited availability
• Haute Couture garments are made using standardized patterns and fabrics.

  False
• What role does the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode play in Haute Couture?

  Sets standards
• Charles Frederick Worth, often called the Father of Haute Couture, established the first Haute Couture house
• Which organization governs Haute Couture standards today?

  Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode
• Haute Couture is considered a cornerstone of French culture and fashion.
• Who is known as the Father of Haute Couture?

  Charles Frederick Worth
• Match the key figure with their contribution to Haute Couture:

  Coco Chanel ↔️ Revolutionized women's fashion

  Christian Dior ↔️ Introduced the "New Look"

  Yves Saint Laurent ↔️ Advanced modern and avant-garde styles
• The Haute Couture production process begins with the concept and design
• Steps in the Haute Couture production process

  1️⃣ Concept and Design

  2️⃣ Moulage

  3️⃣ Pattern Making and Cutting

  4️⃣ Sewing and Fitting

  5️⃣ Finishing and Embellishment
• Haute Couture garments use only high-quality materials and embellishments.
• How does Haute Couture differ from Prêt-à-Porter?

  Made-to-measure vs. ready-to-wear
• Haute Couture plays a crucial role in preserving traditional craftsmanship
• What is one cultural role of Haute Couture?

  Cultural symbol of French excellence
• Haute Couture is the pinnacle of high fashion in France
• What is a key characteristic of Haute Couture designs?

  Custom-made designs
• Haute Couture garments are crafted by skilled artisans.
• The governing body of Haute Couture is the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode
• What does the governing body of Haute Couture ensure?

  Sets standards
• Exclusive access is a characteristic of Haute Couture.
• Who is known as the "Father of Haute Couture"?

  Charles Frederick Worth