Off the rack Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Casual Shopping Use 'off the rack' when you buy standard items without any alterations or customization. For casual wear, most people prefer off the rack clothes. Pro Tip 2/3Time Saver 'Off the rack' suggests a quick purchase, unlike tailor-made which takes longer. He needed a suit quickly, so he went for an off the rack option. Pro Tip 3/3Standard Sizes Items 'off the rack' are made in common sizes and may not fit perfectly. Although it was off the rack, the jacket was a decent fit.