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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Gomez said the new Champion line will have a more fashion-forward feel, premium fabrics and unique details, like the Champion logo in Target’s signature red.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2025
Kenneth Cole Reaction Diamond Tower Luggage Instead of the typical ridged design most hardshell suitcases have, this Kenneth Cole luggage has an eye-catching diamond pattern that one fashion-forward traveler loves to show off at the airport.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2025
Buy Häagen-Dazs Belgian Waffle Cones for $7.99. adidas Vibes Fragrance Collection
adidas' new Vibes fragrance collection is suitable for everyone, including athletes and fashion-forward active lifestyle consumers.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
Ali made sure her baby girl was fashion-forward, too, dressing her in a coordinating look in support of her dad.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 17 Feb. 2025
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Melissa Repko, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2025
Kenneth Cole Reaction Diamond Tower Luggage Instead of the typical ridged design most hardshell suitcases have, this Kenneth Cole luggage has an eye-catching diamond pattern that one fashion-forward traveler loves to show off at the airport.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2025
Buy Häagen-Dazs Belgian Waffle Cones for $7.99. adidas Vibes Fragrance Collection
adidas' new Vibes fragrance collection is suitable for everyone, including athletes and fashion-forward active lifestyle consumers.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
Ali made sure her baby girl was fashion-forward, too, dressing her in a coordinating look in support of her dad.
—Skyler Caruso, People.com, 17 Feb. 2025
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“Fashion-forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fashion-forward. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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