Commonly Used Fashion Terms, Idioms And Phrases | Part 2


1️⃣ A Fashionista

Someone who is very fashionable or knows a lot about fashion trends.

Example: She’s a real fashionista; she always knows what’s hot and what’s not.


2️⃣ Fashion faux pas

A serious fashion mistake.

Example: Wearing sandals with socks is a classic fashion faux pas.


3️⃣ Fashion forward

Having a good sense of current fashion trends and styles.

Example: The fashion-forward designer’s creations are always ahead of their time.


4️⃣ In one’s Sunday best

Wearing your best or most elegant clothing, typically for special occasions.

Example: She arrived at the wedding in her Sunday best, stunning everyone with her attire.


5️⃣ To have an eye for style

To have a natural talent or ability to understand and appreciate fashion and aesthetics.

Example: With his eye for style, he’s able to effortlessly coordinate colors and accessories.


6️⃣ To be in vogue

Currently fashionable or trendy.

Example: High-waisted pants are in vogue this season.


7️⃣ To be out of style

No longer fashionable or trendy.

Example: Skinny jeans are out of style; baggy jeans are making a comeback.


8️⃣ To put one’s best foot forward

To show oneself in the best possible light; to make a good impression.

Example: When meeting the client for the first time, he made sure to put his best foot forward.


9️⃣ To have a flair for fashion

To be naturally good at style and fashion.

Example: She has a real flair for fashion, always turning heads with her unique outfits. 


See also


Commonly Used Fashion Terms, Idioms And Phrases | Part 1