toile de Jouy
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of toile de Jouy
1915–20; < French: literally, cloth of Jouy (-en-Josas), France
Example Sentences
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The word “toile” is derived from the French word “toile de Jouy,” which translates to “cloth from Jouy.”
From Seattle Times
The pop-up boutique housing the toile de Jouy pink and gray collection, inspired by Mediterranean beach culture and modeled after a giant sandcastle, is only one part of the Dioriviera experience.
From Los Angeles Times
I am not an expert in costume history, but I know French Toile de Jouy when I see it.
From Slate
Perhaps the most memorable modern example taking full advantage of this power is Harlem Toile de Jouy, designed by Sheila Bridges 17 years ago for Studio Printworks.
From Seattle Times
The Harlem Toile de Jouy line has included fabrics, clothing, candles, Converse sneakers and Sonos speakers.
From Washington Post
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