Prêt-à-Porter
- Designer Piotr Haraszczak , Ignacy Trzewiczek
- Publisher Portal Games , Brain Star , DiceTree Games , Maldito Games , Pegasus Spiele
- Illustration Mariusz Gandzel , Maciej Janik , Tomasz Jedruszek , Mateusz Kopacz , Kwanchai Moriya , Michał Oracz
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In Prêt-à-Porter, players run fashion companies and compete during fashion shows by managing branches, hiring staff, and preparing clothing collections. The game features direct interaction and low luck, focusing on strategic decisions. Through Worker Placement, Open Drafting, and Set Collection mechanics, players develop their companies and fight for awards represented by stars, which translate into income and growth opportunities.
Who Is This Game For?
This game targets experienced and expert players who enjoy deep economic strategy games. Suitable for 2 to 4 players aged 10 and up, it has a playtime around 90 minutes, making it a good choice for game nights. Prior experience with economic or strategy games is recommended due to its complexity.
How It Works
Players use Worker Placement to perform actions like opening branches or hiring employees. Open Drafting allows selecting cards or contracts from visible options. Set Collection is important when preparing clothing collections for fashion shows. Loans can be taken for short-term cash flow. Combining these mechanics strategically is key to gaining more stars and outperforming opponents.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Piotr Haraszczak and Ignacy Trzewiczek, Prêt-à-Porter was nominated for the Gra Roku Game of the Year in 2011. It blends economic depth with direct player interaction and features a unique fashion theme. The mix of Loans, Worker Placement, and Open Drafting distinguishes it within economic strategy games.
Awards
2012
- 2020 Origins Awards Best Board Game — Nominated
- 2011 Gra Roku Game of the Year — Nominated
Pro
- Deep economic simulation with high strategic demand
- Direct interaction through competitive fashion shows
- Combination of Worker Placement, Open Drafting, and Set Collection
- Low luck element with many meaningful decisions
Contra
- Not suitable for beginners or families
- Requires sustained attention for about 90 minutes
- Relatively high complexity in rules
Setting & Atmosphäre
Set in the world of fashion, players manage clothing companies and showcase collections at fashion shows. The theme revolves around the textile and fashion industry.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on understanding the different mechanics and experiment with various strategies to build your company successfully.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Prêt-à-Porter is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts around 90 minutes, suitable for a game night.
What prior experience do I need?
The game targets experienced and expert players; prior knowledge in economic games is helpful.
How does this compare to similar games?
Prêt-à-Porter combines economic depth with direct interaction, using mechanics like Loans and Open Drafting that differentiate it from typical engine-builders.
Is this suitable for families?
Due to its complexity and length, Prêt-à-Porter is better suited for experienced players than families.
What mechanic makes it special?
The blend of Worker Placement, Open Drafting, and Loans creates a diverse economic strategy experience.
Fazit
Prêt-à-Porter is recommended for players seeking complex economic games with direct competition and strategic depth. It is less suitable for casual or family play due to its complexity.
