Folks, I often talk about “going fashionista” or hitting the “fashionista level”. What’s problematic though is that not everyone knows what a fashionista is and also the fact that people have different interpretations. Sometimes, I’m not even sure what I’m heading for!
Idea of a fashionista
I think we all have a similar idea of the basics of a fashionista. Someone that is interested in fashion, probably to the extension that the person’s life revolves around the subject. From there though, I think we all have different definitions. Perhaps a fashionista is someone like the character Rebecca Bloomwood in Confessions of a Shopaholic. Someone who is obsessed with designer clothes, buys clothes beyond reasonable measurements and embodies more is more. Some people would probably not connect a fashionable personto designer clothes solely, but clothes in general. Others would say that a fashionista doesn’t follow trends, while some would say it’s a trend follower to the core. So no doubt there are different ideas ofa fashionista.
Definitions of a fashionista
According to Wikipedia’s Wiktionary, a fashionista is a person who produces and promotes high fashion. Or someone who dresses after currenttrends. So kind of a reflection of the general idea. Some of our top fashionistas today, according to the Instagram generation, would be Aimee Song, Chiara Ferragni, Anna Dello Russo and Miroslava Duma. People that all have millions of followers, dresses in new designer wear constantly and never wear an outfit twice (at least not publicly).
Fashionista x The Fashion Folks
But long time readers of The Fashion Folks knows that I think fashion reaches beyond designer clothes, consumption and the next trend. Your level of fashion is not defined by how well you know all the latest fashion trends, the new creative director at Dior or if you wear the velvet boots or not this season. When I refer to a fashionista on The Fashion Folks, I refer to someone who has a feeling for style. A feeling for color, shape, texture, details and creates the most genius outfits. A person that always has that little extra going on in the outfit. Someone who has a big passion for fashion, whether it lies within vintage clothes or trendy ones. This is reflected in the person’s style, from top to toe.
Folks! What is your definition? Trendy or style? All fashion or high fashion? Leave a comment below!
FAQs
: a designer, promoter, or follower of the latest fashions.
What does it mean to be called a fashionista? ›
fashionista. / (ˌfæʃəˈniːstə) / noun. informal a person who follows trends in the fashion industry obsessively and strives continually to adopt the latest fashions.
What do you call a person who loves fashion? ›
A fashionista is a slang term for people who like fashion. It can be anyone: a supermodel, a fashion designer or even an ILAC student who loves to wear something stylish and fashionable.
What makes someone a fashionista? ›
A fashionista is someone who looks at fashion as a form of art. If you want to learn to follow fashion and look great, you can learn how to stay up on current fashion trends, as well as how to build a stylish wardrobe that will have you turning heads.
What do you call someone who has great fashion? ›
chic, smart, modish, voguish, elegant. See synonyms for fashionable on Thesaurus.com.
What is the difference between stylish and fashionista? ›
'Aren't they the same thing? ' I am often asked; Well, to put things simply, the answer is no. Style is a way of expressing your personality and your individuality while fashion is about following trends, which if you think about it, makes being stylish a lot more affordable.
What is a fashionable lady called? ›
synonyms for fashionable woman
On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to fashionable woman, such as: clubwoman, cosmopolitan, mondaine, socialite, and woman about town.
What is a trendy person? ›
1. adjective. If you say that something or someone is trendy, you mean that they are very fashionable and modern. [informal]
What is fashion in one word? ›
: a prevailing custom, usage, or style.
Is it a compliment to be called a fashionista? ›
Yes fashionista is actually a word which means, fashionista is a person who produces and promotes high fashion. Or someone who dresses after current trends. ... People that all have millions of followers, dresses in new designer wear constantly and never wear an outfit twice (at least not publicly).
Can you count all the current trends on your fingertips? Are you the one who still buys fashion magazines religiously? Do you constantly feel that your friends and family do not understand why you choose to wear a bralette over a T-shirt, or socks with heels? Don't you fret!
How do you spot a stylish person? ›
20 signs you are stylish
- You carry yourself with confidence 30%
- You know how to dress for your shape and height 27%
- You know which colours suit your skin tone 27%
- You always dress for the occasion 25%
- You do not care what people think 24%
- You are not overly made-up 21%
- Your hair is always styled 21%
voguish (informal), culty, hip (slang), schmick (Australian, informal) in the sense of dapper.
What is another word for high style? ›
synonyms for high-style
On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to high-style, such as: fashionable, futuristic, mod, surrealistic, and ultramodern.
How to be a fashionista girl? ›
12 Habits Of Extremely Stylish Women
- PAY CAREFUL ATTENTION TO GROOMING. ...
- EMBRACE THE CLASSICS. ...
- PLAN YOUR OUTFITS THE NIGHT BEFORE. ...
- GIVE YOURSELF PLENTY OF TIME TO GET READY. ...
- CHOOSE THE RIGHT UNDERGARMENTS. ...
- GET INSPIRATION FROM OTHER STYLISH WOMEN. ...
- ONLY WEAR THINGS THAT FIT AND FLATTER.
