Fashion Forward
Adjective
not balanced on opposite sides of a line
Soccer star David Beckham's slicked-down, flippy bob puts us in the mindset of his wife Victoria Beckham's asymmetrical, parted bob that was uber-popular in 2006.
Noun
clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion
The energy crisis in Japan has sparked a sartorial revolution, as office attire switches from suits and ties to Hawaiian shirts and sandals.
Noun
flower that is worn in a buttonhole
Boutonnieres may remind us of awkward prom photos. But Coldplay front-man, Chris Martin, pulled off the floral look without giving us scary flashbacks.
Verb
grasp something around the middle, as a belt does
The fashionista also has a ton of belts, which she used to brighten her look and cinch her waist.
Verb
make an eye-catching presentation of something
An Indian Muslim girl in Jammu, India, displays her hands after applying mehndi for Eid al-Fitr, the festival that marks the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan.
Noun
set of clothes chosen to produce a pleasing visual combination
Shock horror! Lady Gaga has gone chic. Curiously, the offbeat accessories only added to the eccentric, 'palazzo princess' style of the ensemble.
Adjective
very attractive
Anne Hathaway sports fetching glasses and a winter coat as she joins co-star Amanda Seyfried for a screening of her forthcoming movie Les Miserables. Despite her casual look, the actress still managed to look stunning.
Noun
item of clothing
The man behind Lady Gaga's wacky outfits is launching his own fashion label. Nicola Formichetti, Tokyo-born designer, is creating 'solar-powered' garments that are intended to charge its wearer's mobile phone.
Noun
clothing, especially of a specified kind
It's the ultimate green gear -- natural-fiber, solar-powered clothing that can charge a hiker's iPhone while preventing sunburn.
Adjective
representing the high quality of a past time
The peplum stood out in a fashion season filled with flounces and frills, lending designer collections a shot of vintage Hollywood allure.