sartorial
C2Pronunciation
UK
- /sɑːtˈɔːrɪəl/
US
- /sɑrˈtɔriəl/
Description
- Relating to tailoring
- clothing or dress
- style of dress
- fashion-related
When you hear the word sartorial, think of clothing and tailoring. It describes things connected with clothes, dress, or the way someone presents themselves through what they wear. If someone is said to have "sartorial flair," it means they make noticeable or thoughtful clothing choices. The word comes from the Latin sartor, meaning tailor, so it often carries a link to dressmaking or style. You might read about "sartorial choices" in a fashion article, or hear someone praised for a strong sartorial sense when their outfits stand out in a clear, stylish way.
The word "sartorial" is used for things connected with clothing, tailoring, or style of dress. It comes from the Latin sartor, meaning tailor, which is why it often appears in writing about fashion, garments, or the way people dress. If you describe someone's look as sartorial, you are usually drawing attention to their clothing choices rather than to their appearance in general.
In many contexts, the word has a polished or stylish feel, especially in phrases like "sartorial flair" or "sartorial elegance." Still, it does not only apply to expensive clothes or formal suits. It can be used more broadly for clothing-related matters, from tailoring traditions to a person's everyday style. Historically, it often appeared in discussions of men's tailoring, but modern usage is wider and can refer to anyone's manner of dress.
For example, you might say, "The actor is known for his sartorial flair on the red carpet," or "The article explores the sartorial history of the 1920s." You will often see the word in fashion journalism, cultural commentary, and discussions of personal style. In short, it is a useful word when you want to talk about clothing and dress in a slightly more polished and descriptive way.
Examples
- 1
Workplace style
Even on casual Fridays, Daniel keeps a certain sartorial polish.
- 2
Fashion criticism
Fashion critics praised the singer's bold sartorial choices during the tour.
- 3
Dress code change
Moving from a law firm to a startup required a big sartorial adjustment.
Phrase
sartorial adjustment
a change in the way someone dresses
Forms and spellings
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Main spelling
- sartorialadjective