boutique
Definition
Noun: 1. A small, specialized shop, often selling fashionable, unique, or high-quality items, typically clothing and accessories. 2. A business or enterprise characterized by its small size, exclusive focus, and personalized service, often contrasted with large, impersonal retailers.
Usage
The word "boutique" is used to describe a retail establishment that is small in scale and often specializes in a particular type of stylish or luxury merchandise. It implies a focus on curation, quality, and a distinctive shopping experience.
Examples
- Noun:
- She found a beautiful handmade dress at a boutique in the old town.
- The city's fashion district is full of designer boutiques.
- They prefer shopping at a local boutique rather than a large department store.
Advanced Usage
- "boutique" as an adjective: Used to describe something that is small, exclusive, and specialized, often implying high quality or a niche focus.
- Example: The firm is a boutique investment bank, specializing in media companies.
- Example: They stayed at a boutique hotel known for its unique architecture.
Variants and Related Words
- Boutiquey (adj., informal): Having the qualities of a boutique; stylishly exclusive or niche.
- Example: The café felt a bit too boutiquey for my taste.
Synonyms
- Shop
- Store
- Atelier (especially for fashion design)
- Salon (for high-end goods or services)
Antonyms
- Department store
- Megastore
- Chain store
- Supermarket
Related Phrases
- Boutique shopping: The activity of shopping at small, specialized stores.
- Example: We spent the afternoon boutique shopping in the village.
- Boutique brand: A brand that is marketed as exclusive, niche, or artisanal.
- Example: It's a boutique brand of skincare products.
Noun
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a shop that sells women's clothes and jewelry
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