What is High Fashion?

If you follow the fashion shows and collections of some luxury brands, you have probably heard the term “High Fashion” several times. In a general definition, “high fashion” can be related to hand-embroidered clothes with quality sewing and the use of expensive materials and fabrics. On the other hand, if we are a bit more precise in its definition, apart from the mentioned cases, we will realize that the intellectual philosophy of the designer becomes particularly important in the design of a “high fashion” dress.

In this article from Sarak's closet magazine, we will first define “high fashion” and then we will talk about the famous “high fashion” brands and its difference from couture. Stay with us until the end of the article.

What is high fashion?

“High Fashion” is a term used to describe luxury and the most luxurious and unique type of fashion. “High fashion” is generally characterized by complex designs that often use expensive and rare materials. Usually, the materials used to make a “high fashion” dress are not easily available for other dresses and are often produced in a limited form.

According to the above definitions, we should also add that “high fashion” is something more than the luxury materials used in the preparation of a dress and it shows the visualization, creativity and ideas that exist behind the designer's mind. “High fashion” allows the designer to go beyond the conventional boundaries of fashion and display his works with a combination of art, culture and industry. In “High Fashion”, each design, the way of sewing fabric and other clothing decorations is selected and designed with special care and idea.

“High fashion” clothing is usually performed on runways. In the runways, the designer is given the opportunity to showcase his clothes and art in the best possible way to impress buyers and fashion journalists. Most of the so-called luxury and expensive brands sell their “high fashion” clothes in exclusive boutiques for their special customers; As a result, attending runways and fashion shows is another way to buy these clothes for other people.

In the continuation of this discussion, we will examine the famous “high fashion” brands and the history of “high fashion”.

Well-known “high fashion” brands (High Fashion)

The following items can be mentioned from the prominent and well-known brands of “High Fashion”:

Gucci

Louis Vuitton

Chanel

Dior

Cartier

Hermes

Prada

Tiffany & Co.

Versace

Saint Laurent Yves

Fendi

What features make a brand “high fashion”?

To answer this question, it is not possible to find specific characteristics or as a registered law anywhere; But the following features can be understood from the well-known “high fashion” brands that we mentioned:

• “High fashion” brands usually have distinctive and recognizable beauties; So that the audience can understand that this is a “high fashion” dress.

• Conceptual designs and designs for specific groups such as actors and singers

• High price due to the use of high-quality and expensive fabrics and materials

Again, it is necessary to point out that there is no specific criterion for distinguishing a “high fashion” brand.

So far, you are familiar with the definition of “high fashion” and its prominent brands. Stay with us to review its history and the difference between “high fashion” and couture.

History of “high fashion”

The history of “high fashion” and couture both go back to almost the same time and a famous designer, Charles Frederick Worth. In the mid-1700s, European aristocratic men and women wore light pink dresses to indicate their wealth and status. In fact, knowing this, the nobles tended to use this color in their clothes and show their special and high status compared to other classes of society.

In general, the history of “high fashion” and its presence can be related to the late 19th century. It is interesting to know that the first fashion show was held in Paris in 1858 by the father of Haute Couture, Charles Frederick Worth. At that time, only a few designers specifically designed and produced clothes for the privileged class of each society. After this action by Charles Frederick Worth, more designers entered this industry so that in the early 20th century there were more than 100 fashion houses in Paris alone.

The spread of “high fashion” started gradually from the middle of the 20th century. Before that, in the early 20th century, “high fashion” was still under the supervision of European design houses; But right after World War II, everything changed. Now it was New York's turn to attract the attention of fashion enthusiasts and designers. This time, New York became another center of the fashion world, and well-known designers such as Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren became world famous.

“High fashion”, which until now was mostly reserved for elites and a certain group of people in society, became more available to other groups of society in the middle of the 20th century due to the formation of ready-to-wear collections and fast fashion brands.

What are the differences between fashion and couture?

In the general definition, maybe “high fashion” and couture have many similarities with each other. Probably one of the questions that may arise for followers of fashion shows and fashion enthusiasts is the difference between “high fashion” and couture clothes. In the following, we will examine some of their differences.

Before examining the differences, if you are interested in knowing more about couture fashion, another article of the closet magazine titled “Getting to know haute couture and its application in the fashion industry” will help you.

1- “High fashion” brands use cheaper fabrics than brands that design couture clothes; Of course, both materials used in these clothes are expensive and rarer than other clothes. Also, couture clothes have detailed, specific and more complicated details.

2- A brand that designs “high fashion” clothes, compared to couture clothes that are completely hand-sewn and produced in small quantities and take longer production time; It has more production.

3- “High fashion” clothing is usually more informal and considered more practical than couture. “High fashion” clothes can be worn for different occasions and public places; While couture clothes are more formal and are often used for ceremonies and very special occasions. For example, celebrities use couture clothes to attend important events such as the Oscars, etc.

In general, “high fashion” is more affordable than couture; But we should not forget that both are in the category of luxurious and expensive clothes.

Some examples of fashion stylesHigh Fashion)

In the following, the following images of luxury brand runways will help you to get to know more about “High Fashion” and “High Fashion” style.

at the end…

In this article from Sarak's closet magazine, we talked about the nature of “high fashion”; For example, we realized that nowadays “high fashion” is not limited only to luxurious and expensive clothes, and the idea and creativity of a designer, along with all the skilled forces involved in sewing and preparing that dress, can place a dress in the “high fashion” category. to give

what is your opinion? Are you a fan of fashion? If your answer is yes, tell us which is your favorite high fashion brand?

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