Bespoke

Origins and Definitions of Bespoke

• Derived from the verb 'bespeak'
• First cited in 1583 in the Oxford English Dictionary
• Adjective 'bespoken' means ordered, commissioned, arranged for
• Generally used in British English, while American English uses 'custom'
• Increased usage in American English during the 21st century
• Term originated from custom tailoring
• Refers to something made to order or customized
• Oxford University Press mentions the term in 1909
• Safire's article in The New York Times discusses the meaning of bespoke
• Gentlemen's Quarterly provides a definition of bespoke

Bespoke in Fashion and Artisan Craftsmanship

• Associated with tailor-made suits and shoemaking
• Used as an adjective in the autobiography of Charlotte Charke
• Most clothing and goods were made to measure before the 19th century
• Became associated with top-end market and more expensive in developed countries
• Wall Street Journal article explores how bespoke now applies to various industries
• London's original artisans are not amused by the expanded use of bespoke
• Vanity Fair article discusses custom cobbling as an example of bespoke craftsmanship
• The Independent examines the delusions of grandeur associated with bespoke
• The New York Times highlights bespoke perfumes and their high cost

Bespoke in Branding and Marketing

• Implies exclusivity and used in marketing and branding
• Used to describe software, database, and computer applications
• Also used to describe cars, furniture, medicine, and investment tools
• Associated with British upper class by Americans
• Proliferation of the term in corporations and among investors
• IndiaToday article discusses the importance of a personal touch in branding
• The New York Times mentions the global reach of bespoke in the software industry
• Customization as a key aspect of bespoke branding
• The New York Times article explores bespoke experiences and personalization
• The significance of bespoke in luxury branding and marketing

Bespoke in Language and Communication

• Safire's article in The New York Times discusses the linguistic usage of bespoke
• The New York Times article highlights the term's popularity in software empire
• The various connotations and meanings of bespoke in different contexts
• How bespoke language can convey a personal touch and individuality
• The New York Times article explores bespoke as a form of communication

Bespoke in Consumer Preferences and Trends

• Savile Row Bespoke Association has requirements for the term 'bespoke'
• Some manufacturers do not follow these requirements
• Controversy arose when Sartoriani used 'bespoke' to describe its suits
• Savile Row tailors use the term for custom handmade suits
• The New York Times article discusses the growing demand for bespoke products
• The New York Times article explores bespoke experiences and their appeal
• The customization trend and the rise of bespoke offerings in various industries
• The New York Times article highlights bespoke as a reflection of personal preferences
• The desire for unique and personalized products drives the demand for bespoke

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