tastemaker

noun

taste·​mak·​er ˈtāst-ˌmā-kər 

: one who sets the standards of what is currently popular or fashionable

Examples of tastemaker in a Sentence

She is one of the most powerful tastemakers in the fashion world.

Recent Examples on the Web

Since its launch the brand has cultivated a loyal following that spans both celebrities and tastemakers, including Dakota Johnson, Sofia Richie, Katie Holmes and Leandra Medine Cohen. —Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 13 May 2026

And some are stepping up to organize meet and greets, drawing young Manhattanites and tastemaker attendees like Saturday Night Live producer Rebecca Schwartz. —Andrew Zucker, Vanity Fair, 12 May 2026

Part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World collection (always a mark of quality), The Danna has long been a favorite among regional tastemakers. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026

With the SoCal sun cutting across the San Gabriel Mountains, the tastemaker spent the afternoon posted in the owner’s box, mixing with fans, influencers, and racing regulars. —Mikey Fresh, VIBE.com, 4 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tastemaker

• automaker
• boilermaker
• cabinetmaker
• coffeemaker
• troublemaker
• undertaker
• blackacre
• caretaker
• clockmaker
• dressmaker
• filmmaker
• homemaker