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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One of our most popular, fashion-forward styles has been a high-rise, button-fly wide leg that has a slouch.
—Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2025
Putting together a fashion-forward outfit doesn’t have to come at the expense of your comfort (or sanity).
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Études Studio, which previously handled the entire collection, stepped back to focus on a more fashion-forward capsule.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2025
Those who’d rather invest in a unique silhouette can find fashion-forward picks, like Altuzarra’s asmmetric and draped maxi, Soft Goat’s bright red mini, and Brandon Maxwells leopard-print floor-sweeping style.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2025
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Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2025
Putting together a fashion-forward outfit doesn’t have to come at the expense of your comfort (or sanity).
—Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Études Studio, which previously handled the entire collection, stepped back to focus on a more fashion-forward capsule.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2025
Those who’d rather invest in a unique silhouette can find fashion-forward picks, like Altuzarra’s asmmetric and draped maxi, Soft Goat’s bright red mini, and Brandon Maxwells leopard-print floor-sweeping style.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2025
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“Fashion-forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fashion-forward. Accessed 26 Oct. 2025.
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