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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Again, another deliberate but fashion-forward choice that nods to Black history while highlighting a version of Americana that has long existed.
—Caché McClay, USA Today, 14 June 2025
Chloé’s jelly sandal is mature and fashion-forward, thanks to the elegant ankle strap and elegant thong silhouette.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 11 June 2025
The collection features elevated, fashion-forward sportswear, including luxe knitwear (polos, skirts and tops), sweat sets, tailored track pants and performance outerwear, along with workout gear, sporty tailoring, dresses, skirts, shirts and accessories such as handbags.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 10 June 2025
Sleek, tropical-print swim trunks are designed for confidence and figure-hugging fits for flexing those muscles, displaying functionality and fashion-forward styling.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 7 June 2025
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Caché McClay, USA Today, 14 June 2025
Chloé’s jelly sandal is mature and fashion-forward, thanks to the elegant ankle strap and elegant thong silhouette.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 11 June 2025
The collection features elevated, fashion-forward sportswear, including luxe knitwear (polos, skirts and tops), sweat sets, tailored track pants and performance outerwear, along with workout gear, sporty tailoring, dresses, skirts, shirts and accessories such as handbags.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 10 June 2025
Sleek, tropical-print swim trunks are designed for confidence and figure-hugging fits for flexing those muscles, displaying functionality and fashion-forward styling.
—Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 7 June 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 18 Jun. 2025.
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