made-to-measure

adjective

Definition of made-to-measurenext
as in customized

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Recent Examples of made-to-measure Accordingly, a lot of the pieces were made-to-measure, including a bench that wraps around the breakfast nook table and a sofa in the main living room. — Ludovica Stevan, Architectural Digest, 22 Mar. 2026 Shop for clothing, gifts, made-to-measure furnishings, regional crafts, and artisanal foodstuffs. — Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2026 Today, Glendenning believes made-to-measure for women is essential. — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 19 Dec. 2025 Whether made-to-measure couches, modular sectionals, or bespoke armchairs, custom furniture gives you infinite flexibility to adapt to your taste and the constraints of your space, personal preferences, and room layouts. — Matt Emma, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for made-to-measure
Recent Examples of Synonyms for made-to-measure
  1. customized
  2. made-to-order
  3. custom
  4. tailored
  5. bespoke
  6. custom-made
  7. tailor-made
Adjective
  • Both the bottom band and shoulder straps are adjustable for a customized fit, including the option to wear the bra as a scoopback or racerback style.
    — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
  • The footbed is made from compressed foam that molds to your feet for customized support.
    — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026
Definition of customized
Adjective
  • Eventually, the researchers hope to see made-to-order organisms designed to capture carbon or fight cancer.
    — The Week US, TheWeek, 22 July 2026
  • Amid Orange County’s hypercompetitive banh mi price wars and constant menu innovation, Lynda Sandwich’s secret house sauce and made-to-order banh mi keep regulars lining up.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
Definition of made-to-order
Adjective
  • The rapper opted for a custom, vibrant hot pink ensemble and completed the monochrome look with matching Christian Louboutin heels.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 27 July 2026
  • Wellhouse plans to widen out the bed by installing a custom-fit cushion in the space between the edge of the seat and the passenger-side wall, giving campers as much sleeping space as possible.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 July 2026
Definition of custom
Adjective
  • That kind of tailored attention is easier to deliver face-to-face than through an algorithm.
    — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
  • And as always, consult a financial advisor or retirement planner for tailored guidance.
    — True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Definition of tailored
Adjective
  • FlyBlack Jets, co-founded with her husband, offers bespoke private jet experiences, attracting high-profile clients through strategic social media partnerships rather than free flights.
    — Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • For the 2019 Emmys, Roach collaborated with Vera Wang to create a bespoke emerald green gown featuring a sheer bustier and daring thigh-high slit.
    — Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 25 July 2026
Definition of bespoke
Adjective
  • The brand’s fabrics are custom-made in Italy, while garments are produced across Europe through relationships with small ateliers.
    — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
  • Even his hair ties are custom-made and imported from South Korea — what could be more glam than that?
    — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Definition of custom-made
Adjective
  • Two couples, one dinner party — that’s the bare-bones basis of The Invite, an adaptation of the 2020 Spanish movie The People Upstairs that feels tailor-made to be franchised, translated to just about any language, and transposed onto just about any upper-middle-class milieu.
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 26 June 2026
  • With limestone-rich vineyards, a standout culinary scene, and plenty of trails to wander, the area is tailor-made for a long weekend escape.
    — Alexandra Emanuelli, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2026
Definition of tailor-made

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