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August 14th, 2008

Style Glossary: Bespoke

Penned by molly in Guy Friday, Style Glossary

bespoke - A custom-made garment; contemporary usage most often refers to a custom-made suit.

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  1. Jackson West on August 14th, 2008 at 12:07 pm said,

    From what I understand, the root comes from a piece of fabric at a tailor’s shop having “been spoken” for.
  2. Ted R. on August 14th, 2008 at 2:20 pm said,

    Can the word bespoke be sued for other objects, such as a bespoke cabinet or bespoke website?
  3. molly on August 14th, 2008 at 2:54 pm said,

    Thanks, Jackson! I’m going to add that tidbit to the definition.

    Ted, I have never heard “bespoke” used outside tailoring. I reckon it could be used for a 100% custom coded and designed website.

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