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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Paltrow has a way of making everything look polished, as proven by her simple yet fashion-forward outfit at her daughter’s college graduation.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Flush with venture capital, these DTC companies all offered more than just a fashion-forward raincoat or compostable footwear.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
This season’s standout styles prove swimwear can be just as fashion-forward as the rest of your warm-weather wardrobe.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 14 May 2026
For a more fashion-forward choice that can be worn day or night, the sleek Lovevook Laptop Tote Bag is crafted from easy-to-clean faux leather and has multiple pockets for organizing your essentials.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
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Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Flush with venture capital, these DTC companies all offered more than just a fashion-forward raincoat or compostable footwear.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
This season’s standout styles prove swimwear can be just as fashion-forward as the rest of your warm-weather wardrobe.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 14 May 2026
For a more fashion-forward choice that can be worn day or night, the sleek Lovevook Laptop Tote Bag is crafted from easy-to-clean faux leather and has multiple pockets for organizing your essentials.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
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“Fashion-forward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fashion-forward. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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