fashionista

noun

fash·​ion·​is·​ta ˌfa-shə-ˈnē-stə How to pronounce fashionista (audio)
: a designer, promoter, or follower of the latest fashions

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For Miami fashionistas and aficionados, the show is a coup. Jane Wooldridge, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026 The meticulous craftsmanship rivals any couture runway, making this exhibition a must-see for local fashionistas. Kendall Morgan, Dallas Morning News, 19 Feb. 2026 There’s a fair share of dancefloor warriors—techno devotees, avante-garde fashionistas, curious international travelers, and the enigmatic regulars. Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026 The collaboration comes amid New York Fashion Week, when Balthazar becomes a hotbed of fashionistas and industry insiders. Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fashionista

Word History

Etymology

fashion entry 1 + -ista (as in sandinista)

First Known Use

1993, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fashionista was in 1993

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“Fashionista.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fashionista. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.

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