Fashion Idioms

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fire fit

Meaning: A really cool, stylish, or eye-catching outfit.

Example: Sarah walked into the party in a fire fit, and every head turned the second she came through the door. Read more ➺


behind the times

Meaning: Outdated or old-fashioned; not keeping up with modern ideas, trends, or technology.

Example: The company's policies are behind the times, ignoring modern workplace flexibility. Read more ➺


turn heads

Meaning: Attract strong attention because of appearance, style, or impressive behavior.

Example: The new electric sports car was sleek enough to turn heads the moment it pulled into the parking lot. Read more ➺


cat’s meow

Meaning: Something or someone considered outstanding, admirable, or excellent.

Example: Everyone said the new café was the cat's meow after its grand opening; the pastries and music were perfect. Read more ➺


put on the dog

Meaning: To show off in a flashy or fancy way.

Example: At the wedding, he really put on the dog with his new tuxedo and gold watch. Read more ➺


fine tooth comb

Meaning: Look through something so carefully that almost nothing can hide.

Example: Sarah went over the budget with a fine-tooth comb and found two charges nobody had noticed. Read more ➺


glow up

Meaning: A positive personal transformation that includes improved style, confidence, or maturity.

Example: She experienced a glow up over the summer and now radiates confidence. Read more ➺


à la mode

Meaning: It describes anything that is fashionable, stylish, in vogue, or conforms to the current trends.

Example: The restaurant's decor is à la mode, featuring the latest interior design trends. Read more ➺


cat’s pajamas

Meaning: excellent or outstanding.

Example: Wow, your drawing of a dinosaur is the cat's pajamas. Read more ➺


beau monde

Meaning: a fashionable society.

Example: He had no interest in the glittering beau monde that he belonged to before his marriage. Read more ➺


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