IELTS VOCABULARY

Trendy: Something that is currently popular or fashionable.

Sentence: “She always wears trendy outfits and keeps up with the latest fashion trends.”

Sustainability in Fashion: The practice of designing, producing, and consuming clothes in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible way.

Sentence: “Many designers are focusing on sustainability in fashion by using eco-friendly materials and ethical labor practices.”

Haute Couture: High-quality, custom-made fashion created by famous designers.

Sentence: “The celebrity wore a stunning haute couture dress to the awards ceremony, designed by one of the top fashion houses.”

Fast Fashion: Low-cost, mass-produced clothing that is quickly designed to follow the latest trends.

Sentence: “Fast fashion has led to the mass production of cheap clothing, but it also contributes to environmental damage and poor working conditions.”

Vintage: Clothing from a past era, often considered stylish and valuable because of its uniqueness or quality.

Sentence: “She loves shopping at vintage stores for unique pieces that add character to her wardrobe.”

Accessories: Extra items such as jewelry, bags, hats, and scarves that complement an outfit.

Sentence: “Her outfit was simple, but she added accessories like a statement necklace and a leather bag to make it more fashionable.”

Luxe: High-end, luxurious clothing or fashion items that are expensive and of superior quality.

Sentence: “The brand is known for its luxe handbags, which are made with premium materials and expert craftsmanship.”

Couture: The design and creation of custom, high-fashion clothes, typically by a designer.

Sentence: “Couture fashion is often reserved for celebrities and those who can afford custom-made, exclusive garments.”

Chic: Stylish and fashionable, often with a simple and elegant appearance.

Sentence: “She looked effortlessly chic in her black dress and minimalistic accessories.”

Minimalism: A fashion style characterized by simple, clean lines, and a lack of excessive adornment.

Sentence: “The designer’s latest collection focuses on minimalism, with neutral colors and streamlined silhouettes.”

Statement Piece: A bold and distinctive item of clothing or accessory that draws attention and makes a fashion statement.

Sentence: “Her red leather jacket was the statement piece of her outfit, standing out among the more neutral tones.”

Bohemian (Boho): A fashion style inspired by artistic, free-spirited, and unconventional lifestyles, often characterized by flowy clothes and ethnic accessories.

Sentence: “She wore a bohemian-style dress with colorful beads and a floppy hat to the music festival.”