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 rum punch is still the island’s best; now, there are fresh wall murals by Theodora and a covetable collection of fashion-forward merch that might just be the island’s coolest souvenir.
—Siobhan Reid, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2025
Tankaneo Long Trench Coat A long trench instantly pulls any outfit together, and this one does it with a fresh, fashion-forward edge.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
The brand has grown to produce stellar men’s and women’s cashmere basics as well as more fashion-forward knits infused with traditional regional motifs.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2025
Considering the Aritzia client in the design process, the sneaker blends nostalgic sport heritage with fashion-forward sensibility.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2025
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Siobhan Reid, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2025
Tankaneo Long Trench Coat A long trench instantly pulls any outfit together, and this one does it with a fresh, fashion-forward edge.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 9 Nov. 2025
The brand has grown to produce stellar men’s and women’s cashmere basics as well as more fashion-forward knits infused with traditional regional motifs.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2025
Considering the Aritzia client in the design process, the sneaker blends nostalgic sport heritage with fashion-forward sensibility.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 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 15 Nov. 2025.
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