“French” is practically synonymous with “fashionable,” so it makes sense that so much of the fashion industry’s vocabulary is still rooted in the language. “Prêt-à-porter” translates directly to “ready-to-wear,” which is the term for clothes that are still designer in nature, but made in large quantities to fit standard sizes. This is opposed to “couture,” which is the term for designer clothes that are made specifically to a client’s measurements. Most major designers have both couture and prêt-à-porter lines — sometimes they are completely different creations, but often the prêt-à-porter collection is a simplified version of the couture, making high fashion more accessible and affordable.