guipure

American  

[gi-pyoor, gee-pyr] / gɪˈpjʊər, giˈpür /

noun

guipures plural

1. any of various laces, often heavy, made of linen, silk, etc., with the pattern connected by brides rather than by a net ground.

2. any of various laces or trimmings formerly in use, made with cords or heavy threads, metal, etc.

---

guipure British  

/ ɡɪˈpjʊə /

noun

1. Also called: guipure lace.  any of many types of heavy lace that have their pattern connected by brides, rather than supported on a net mesh

2. a heavy corded trimming; gimp

---

Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• guipures
  plural

Etymology

Origin of guipure

1835–45; < French, equivalent to guip ( er ) to cover or whip with silk, etc. (< Germanic; see wipe, whip) + -ure -ure

Example Sentences

Archlight’s first iteration was inspired by ’90s sports sneakers with raffia and guipure lace, and its successor now draws from more recent trends, ranging from “rebellious gothic vibes’’ to “romantic ‘cottage core.’”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2023

Embroidered motifs of sacred koi fish seemed to swim on mermaid tails and scalloped overskirts, while 3D guipure lace captured Eastern blooms on gowns that shimmered in gold.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 25, 2023

“Water emotions” was the title of the 45-piece show, justified by the focus on Chantilly, guipure lace, shimmering organza, paillettes and the macramé surface effects.

From Washington Times • Jan. 29, 2015

Crusty guipure lace fronting a tough, garage mechanic-style jacket.

From New York Times • Sep. 22, 2011

In the seventeenth century it was a French guipure lace of more delicate texture and varied design than other guipures.

From Lace, Its Origin and History by Goldenberg, Samuel L.