fashion-forward
adjective
fash·ion-for·ward
ˈfa-shᵊn-ˈfȯr-wərd 
: conforming to, attuned to, or characterized by the latest trends in fashion
fashion-forward clothing
Like a proud parent, Goldstein-Lynch shows off her fashion-forward students' bags—some with matching shoes …—
Winifred Gallagher
Winifred GallagherThey are the alpha teens—fashion-forward young people who educate clothing company executives about style.—Sara Eckel
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Gentle Monster is known for its avant-garde designs and position in the fashion-forward segment of the eyewear market.
—Alex Levin, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
This week, the star has taken her signature minimalist style to New York City, stepping out in a number of fashion-forward looks that deserve a spot on your mood board.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 21 May 2025
Leave it to Parker to do method dressing in a fashion-forward way.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 20 May 2025
The Way-High Curve Jean $148 at Everlane For something more fashion-forward to wear for brunch or a day at the museum, go with a sartorial statement, courtesy of these Everlane jeans.
—Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2025
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Alex Levin, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
This week, the star has taken her signature minimalist style to New York City, stepping out in a number of fashion-forward looks that deserve a spot on your mood board.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 21 May 2025
Leave it to Parker to do method dressing in a fashion-forward way.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 20 May 2025
The Way-High Curve Jean $148 at Everlane For something more fashion-forward to wear for brunch or a day at the museum, go with a sartorial statement, courtesy of these Everlane jeans.
—Isis Briones, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2025
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“Fashion-forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fashion-forward. Accessed 28 May. 2025.
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