fashionista

noun

fash·​ion·​is·​ta ˌfa-shə-ˈnē-stə How to pronounce fashionista (audio)
: a designer, promoter, or follower of the latest fashions

Examples of fashionista in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web An icon in her own right, the German-Italian wild child took everyone on a ride as a fashionista, actor and muse to the world’s hottest band. Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2024 All manner of fashionistas, actors, models, athletes, and influencers reflected the theme with otherworldy eveningwear, striking jewelry, and spectacular wrist candy. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for fashionista 

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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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Cite this Entry

“Fashionista.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fashionista. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

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