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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The fashion-forward power of SAP S/4HANA Birkenstock opted for the SAP S/4HANA for fashion and vertical business solution because of its industry-specific features like allocations, ATP scheduling, and the retail article master.
—Brian Wasson, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Pair with tights and chunky boots for a fashion-forward look or throw it on with a pair of sneakers to keep things comfy yet polished.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
From menswear motifs like herringbone and plaid to double-breasted shapes inspired by uniform dressing, our favorite jackets include all the essentials—plus some with a little more of a fashion-forward edge—to style with your go-to T-shirts and fall boots.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
From fashion-forward styles to hands-free slip-ons, the brand’s creations share a common thread of offering wearers support, relief, and breathability.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
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Brian Wasson, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Pair with tights and chunky boots for a fashion-forward look or throw it on with a pair of sneakers to keep things comfy yet polished.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
From menswear motifs like herringbone and plaid to double-breasted shapes inspired by uniform dressing, our favorite jackets include all the essentials—plus some with a little more of a fashion-forward edge—to style with your go-to T-shirts and fall boots.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
From fashion-forward styles to hands-free slip-ons, the brand’s creations share a common thread of offering wearers support, relief, and breathability.
—Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fashion-forward
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“Fashion-forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fashion-forward. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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