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The Four Tops in elegant tuxedos, unique in fashion designer’s case? (4)

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I believe the answer is:

etui

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'case?' is the definition.
(case for needlework equipment)

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(Other definitions for etui that I've seen before include "Sewer's case" , "Case for holding sewing articles" , "The Case of the Seamstress" , "Ornamental ladies' bag for small articles" , "Tiny ladies' bag" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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