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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Polished Pebble Leather Lana Shoulder Bag 23 The obsession over mini bags seems to have died down, with fashionistas gravitating towards bags that are both chic and practical like the Lana Shoulder Bag. Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 8 Oct. 2024 Perfect for a fashionista, the room still managed to have multiple mirrors (including a full-bodied one in the bathroom) throughout. Jasmine Browley, Essence, 1 Nov. 2024 In July, the fashionista introduced her pet to the world in a video posted on TikTok. Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024 This fashionista will never spend $50,000 on a handbag, but window shopping is free. Tracey Teo, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2024 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 21 Nov. 2024.

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