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fashionista

Pronunciation

UK

  • /ˌfæ.ʃəˈnɪ.stə/noun

US

  • /ˌfæ.ʃəˈni.stə/noun

Description

A "fashionista" is someone who cares a lot about clothes, style, and new trends. They do not just get dressed; they pay close attention to what looks fresh, what feels expressive, and what people are wearing now. You might picture someone who loves putting outfits together, follows designers or style influencers, and enjoys trying new looks before other people do.

The word is usually used in a playful or admiring way. It often suggests that the person has a strong sense of style and really enjoys the world of fashion. Sometimes, though, it can sound slightly critical if it implies that someone cares too much about looking fashionable. Think of a person who turns heads with bold outfits and always seems to know what is in style.

Examples

  1. 1

    Friend group

    Everyone asks Maya for shopping advice because she's the fashionista in our group.

  2. 2

    Street style

    The magazine interviewed local fashionistas about this season's street style.

  3. 3

    Low interest

    He's not much of a fashionista, so he wears the same black T-shirt every weekend.

    • Phrase

      not much of a fashionista

      not really someone who cares a lot about fashion

  4. 4

    Group role

    Even on a camping trip, our resident fashionista packed three pairs of boots.

  5. 5

    Self-deprecation

    She laughed and said, "I'm no fashionista, but I do love a good coat."

    • Phrase

      I'm no fashionista

      I'm not that kind of very stylish person

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Main spelling

  • fashionista