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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It is known as the fashion capital of Italy and one of the most fashion-forward cities in the world.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 4 Feb. 2026
Since transitioning into the NFL, the first-year QB's looks have been spotlit to the world each and every week — but styling for the fashion-forward athlete isn't anything new for Kara, who's influenced his style sense since childhood.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
There’s a lot to note about the first lady’s flashy, fashion-forward new film.
—Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
The heels followed the silhouette of a classic court pump, with the patent leather giving them a more casual and fashion-forward appeal.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
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Rebecca Schneid, Time, 4 Feb. 2026
Since transitioning into the NFL, the first-year QB's looks have been spotlit to the world each and every week — but styling for the fashion-forward athlete isn't anything new for Kara, who's influenced his style sense since childhood.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
There’s a lot to note about the first lady’s flashy, fashion-forward new film.
—Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
The heels followed the silhouette of a classic court pump, with the patent leather giving them a more casual and fashion-forward appeal.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for fashion-forward
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“Fashion-forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fashion-forward. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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