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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The fashion statement is inspired by none other than Travis Kelce, who posed with the reptile — among other animals — for a wild, fashion-forward photo shoot for his GQ cover story published on Tuesday, Aug. 12.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Held at a private estate, the exclusive bash will be hosted by glam goddess Molly Sims and will draw a fashion-forward crowd that includes Candace Bushnell, red carpet stylist Micaela Erlanger and real estate power player Noble Black.
—Nancy Kane, New York Daily News, 7 Aug. 2025
The fashion-forward crowd arrived ready to embody the film’s signature style.
—Shelton Boyd-Griffith, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2025
Highland High Rise Utility Pant Another fashion-forward option, these stylish hiking pants have wide legs and a utility belt-style belt.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
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Skyler Caruso, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025
Held at a private estate, the exclusive bash will be hosted by glam goddess Molly Sims and will draw a fashion-forward crowd that includes Candace Bushnell, red carpet stylist Micaela Erlanger and real estate power player Noble Black.
—Nancy Kane, New York Daily News, 7 Aug. 2025
The fashion-forward crowd arrived ready to embody the film’s signature style.
—Shelton Boyd-Griffith, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2025
Highland High Rise Utility Pant Another fashion-forward option, these stylish hiking pants have wide legs and a utility belt-style belt.
—Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
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 22 Aug. 2025.
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