Ways to Say In Fashion & Out of Fashion

Ways to Say “In and Out of Fashion” in English (with Examples)

Hello, English learners. Welcome to a new lesson. Today, we will look at different ways to say “in fashion” and “out of fashion.”

Language is like a living entity that is constantly changing and evolving. New trends, technologies, and social movements introduce new words and phrases. Increased interaction between different languages and cultures leads to the borrowing and blending of new words. In order to keep up with these changes, we have to understand and use language to stay connected with different cultural, sociological and age groups. In many professions, especially those involving communication, marketing and media, keeping up with language trends can be crucial for success.

With this in mind, let’s look at some new vocabulary words and phrases.

The phrase “in fashion” means to be popular, trendy, or widely accepted in terms of style, clothing, or behaviour at a particular time. It describes something currently favoured or considered stylish by the general public or within a specific group.

• Bell-bottom jeans are back in fashion this season.
• Healthy eating habits are in fashion among young people.

Ways to say that someone or something is in fashion

Stylish

Meaning:  to have a fashionable and attractive appearance. It describes someone or something that is elegant, chic and up-to-date with current fashion trends. Being stylish often involves a sense of sophistication and good taste in clothing, accessories and overall presentation.

• Robin has a stylish haircut that suits him perfectly.
• This boutique usually offers a range of stylish clothing for all occasions. Let’s take a look.
• The new smartphone has a stylish design with sleek lines.

Trendy

Meaning: to be very fashionable or up-to-date with the latest styles, trends or ideas. It describes someone or something currently popular and widely admired for its modern and stylish looks.

• Simona is always wearing trendy clothes that everyone admires.
• Peter loves to keep up with the latest trendy gadgets.
• Trendy diets often gain popularity quickly, but may not always be.

Fashionable

Meaning: to be in accordance with the current trends and styles in clothing, accessories or behaviour. It describes someone or something that is popular and admired for being stylish and up-to-date with the latest fashion.

• Your new jacket is very fashionable.
• Minimalist design is fashionable in home decor.
• It’s fashionable to support sustainable practices.

Chic

Meaning: to be stylish and elegantly fashionable. It refers to someone or something that has a sophisticated and trendy appearance, characterized by good taste.

• Jill always looks so chic in her tailored outfits.
• Her chic handbag is the perfect accessory for any outfit.
• The chic decor creates a welcoming atmosphere.

In vogue

Meaning: to be currently popular, fashionable or widely accepted. It describes something that is trendy and admired by many people at a particular time, often in the context of fashion, design or cultural trends.

• Monica’s style is always in vogue.
• Eco-friendly products are in vogue among consumers.
• Vintage cars are in vogue among collectors.

On-trend

Meaning: to be in sync with the latest styles or ideas. It refers to someone or something that is popular at the moment and widely admired for its modern and stylish appeal.

• Mary is always wearing on-trend clothes that everyone in the office likes.
• Those sneakers are totally on-trend right now.
• They live in an on-trend neighbourhood with lots of cafes and boutiques.

Hip

Meaning: to be aware of and in tune with the latest fashion and trends. It describes someone or something trendy and stylish that reflects a modern vibe. It is associated with a sense of coolness and modernity.

• Paul’s hip fashion sense makes him stand out in any crowd.
• Those hip jeans are all the rage this season.
• Strong colours are totally hip at the moment.

Up-to-date

Meaning:  to be current with the latest trends, styles or information. In the context of fashion, it describes someone or something who is in line with the most recent fashion trends and styles.

• Rob likes to wear up-to-date outfits that reflect current styles.
• She accessorizes with up-to-date jewellery that complements her look.
• Rebecca’s up-to-date watch is a statement piece.

Modish

Meaning: to be aware of what is currently in fashion. Modish is someone or something who is modern and up-to-date with current fashion or cultural trends.

• Sally always wears modish outfits that turn heads.
• The apartment has a modish decor with sleek, modern furniture.
• Sean prefers modish sunglasses that are both stylish and functional.

Cutting-edge

Meaning: being at the forefront of innovation, style or technology. In the context of fashion, it describes designs, trends or styles that are highly innovative, ahead of their time, and often set new standards in this industry.

• Stella McCartney’s cutting-edge designs have revolutionized the fashion industry.
• The runway show featured cutting-edge fashion that pushed the boundaries of traditional styles.
• Cutting-edge technology in fabric production has led to innovative and eco-friendly clothing.

Ways to say that someone or something is out of fashion

Outdated

Meaning: no longer in style, fashion or use; old-fashioned or obsolete. In the context of fashion, it refers to clothing, accessories, or styles that are no longer considered trendy or fashionable.

• Fiona’s wardrobe is filled with outdated styles from the 90s.
• That handbag looks outdated compared to the latest trends.
• The floral prints from last season are now outdated.

Old-fashioned

Meaning: to be characteristic of or belong to a past era. It describes things, behaviours or ideas that were once popular but are now considered out of date or not in line with current trends.

• Your grandma’s dress looks old-fashioned compared to modern styles.
• Chris prefers old-fashioned suits over contemporary designs.
• The old-fashioned rotary phone is now a collector’s item.

Unfashionable

Meaning: not in accordance with fashion trends or styles. It describes something that is considered outdated and old-fashioned.

• That hat is quite unfashionable these days.
• Darren wants to replace his unfashionable glasses with a more stylish pair.
• Wearing neon colours is unfashionable this season.

Out-of-style

Meaning: no longer admired or followed by the majority. It describes something that was once popular but is no longer considered modern or fashionable.

• Wearing shoulder pads is considered out of style in today’s fashion.
• The celebrity donated all her out-of-style clothes to charity.
• The old-fashioned decor is out of style in contemporary homes.

Passé

Meaning: implies that something is out of date and no longer fashionable.

• This old shirt looks passé compared to modern designs.
• These shoes went out of fashion and are now passé.
• Wearing bright colours is considered passé in today’s fashion.

Dated

Meaning: old-fashioned or no longer trendy.

• Fur coats are dated now.
• Commuting seems to be dated nowadays, with people working from home.
• Richard’s style of hair will never be dated.

Obsolete

Meaning: no longer in use, out of date or replaced by something newer and more effective.

• Tanya’s wardrobe is filled with obsolete styles from the 80s.
• These gloves are obsolete and don’t match today’s fashion.
• With technological changes, a number of traditional jobs are becoming obsolete.

Behind the times

Meaning: not keeping up with current trends, styles or developments; describes someone or something that is outdated, old-fashioned or irrelevant, often implying a lack of awareness or adaptation to modern changes.

• My wardrobe is behind the times and needs updating.
• Wearing those shoes makes you look behind the times.
• Using a stable phone in 2024 is definitely behind the times.

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