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 …—
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Winifred GallagherThey are the alpha teens—fashion-forward young people who educate clothing company executives about style.—Sara Eckel
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The shorter length puts the curved shape fully on display, creating a fashion-forward finish that draws attention to the eyes and cheekbones.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
The Bebe x Dolls Kill line reintroduces Y2K glamour with a fashion-forward point of view.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Modalyst is best known for its fashion-forward catalog that includes boutique brands, designer labels, and a strong array of apparel and accessories.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
Now, the fashion-forward superstar will have another chance to make the point.
—ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
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Amanda Le, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
The Bebe x Dolls Kill line reintroduces Y2K glamour with a fashion-forward point of view.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 24 Feb. 2026
Modalyst is best known for its fashion-forward catalog that includes boutique brands, designer labels, and a strong array of apparel and accessories.
—Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
Now, the fashion-forward superstar will have another chance to make the point.
—ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
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“Fashion-forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fashion-forward. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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