group of Parisian designers of small-series, ready-to-wear fashion garments, who work with the haute couture salons. Their fashion styles, however, are plainer than those of haute couture, and they have a far broader consumer base. Models are presented for viewing and purchase at p.a.p. fashion fairs, which are held in Paris twice a year. The name is given by the French - pret a porter = ready to wear.