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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Taken from Coker’s fall 2024 collection, the double-breasted coat was an unusually fashion-forward choice from the princess.
—Olivia Allen, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2026
For something more contemporary—and fashion-forward—Corazón Playero hosts hat design classes, where guests can select a hat and band style before local artisans embroider their initials or custom patterns by hand.
—Latifah Al Hazza, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Raquel Welch brought her signature va-va-voom and fashion-forward style to the Oscars, with low necklines, high slits, and daring silhouettes, during a time when the ceremony dress code was much more (literally) buttoned-up.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
Ili New York Mini Crossbody Bag This fashion-forward option is made from genuine leather with RFID-blocking pockets.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
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Olivia Allen, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2026
For something more contemporary—and fashion-forward—Corazón Playero hosts hat design classes, where guests can select a hat and band style before local artisans embroider their initials or custom patterns by hand.
—Latifah Al Hazza, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Raquel Welch brought her signature va-va-voom and fashion-forward style to the Oscars, with low necklines, high slits, and daring silhouettes, during a time when the ceremony dress code was much more (literally) buttoned-up.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
Ili New York Mini Crossbody Bag This fashion-forward option is made from genuine leather with RFID-blocking pockets.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 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 25 Mar. 2026.
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