mode de luxe
The English phrase luxury fashion is expressed in French as mode de luxe.
mode de luxe is used to describe high-end, prestigious fashion brands. It refers to expensive clothing and accessories made with high-quality materials.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of mode (fashion), de (of) and luxe (luxury).
How does it change in a sentence?
As a feminine noun phrase, mode de luxe is preceded by the feminine article la when used as a subject or object, forming la mode de luxe.
When do people say it?
In the context of French fashion, the term Haute Couture literally means 'high sewing' and refers to the finest craftsmanship and exclusive designs.
Did you know?
- The French word luxe comes from the Latin lūxus, which originally described a dislocated joint or something displaced from its proper place.
- In the world of mode de luxe, the term Haute Couture is a legally protected appellation in France. To use it, a fashion house must meet strict criteria set by the Ministry of Industry.
- In French culture, le luxe is often associated with le savoir-faire, a term for the intuitive craft skills passed down through generations of artisans.
Example conversation
Gabriel and Chloé are walking past a high-end boutique.
- GabrielRegarde cette boutique de mode de luxe !Look at this luxury fashion boutique!
- ChloéC'est magnifique, mais c'est très cher.It's magnificent, but it's very expensive.
- GabrielJe veux acheter un sac là-bas.I want to buy a bag there.
- ChloéTu as un budget pour ça, Gabriel ?Do you have a budget for that, Gabriel?
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, luxe, mode, CC BY-SA 4.0.
