Synonyms of trendsetters

trendsetters

noun

variants also trend-setters

plural of trendsetter

as in leaders

one that takes the lead or sets an example

a closely watched trendsetter in women's fashions

Synonyms & Similar Words

• leaders
• pioneers
• pacesetters
• pacemakers
• bellwethers
• innovators
• pacers
• forerunners
• harbingers
• precursors
• heralds
• groundbreakers
• foregoers

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• followers
• imitators
• Johnny-come-latelies
• me-tooers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of trendsetters

The issue features tributes to decade-defining movies like Pulp Fiction, Thelma & Louise, How Stella Got Her Groove Back, Reality Bites, Pretty Woman and Beauty and the Beast, plus how supermodels became the true trendsetters of the ‘90s. — Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 3 Aug. 2026

And while many know Mariska Hargitay from her decades-long run on Law & Order or as one of the Knicks' biggest hype women, she can also be considered among fashion's unexpected trendsetters. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 2 July 2026

American families who want a convenient holiday without sacrificing taste or style, more than a few trendsetters who enjoy poolside dancing. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 May 2026

Fortunately, the styles and silhouettes that were popular in the early 2000s (the era trendsetters are favoring) are particularly well-suited for travel thanks to their breathability and versatile nature. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026

Probably one of the most ingrained is wearing pastels during the spring and summer months, with trendsetters and designers rallying around one specific shade for the past sever seasons. — Lucía Tejo, Glamour, 26 Apr. 2026

Here’s a look at how last year’s trendsetters have become this year’s segment leaders. — Robert Duffer, AJC.com, 27 Mar. 2026

New Yorkers are also trendsetters. — Vidya Shankaran, Forbes.com, 5 Mar. 2026

General curiosity, the drama between himself, Rihanna and Drake, and because Rocky has become one of the more underrated trendsetters in hip-hop. — Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 29 Jan. 2026