fashionable clothing; contemporary dress
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
fashion; fashionable clothing
Refers to clothes that are trendy, designed according to the latest styles, and often associated with fashion shows and the fashion industry.
She likes to read fashion magazines to learn about the latest trends.
Paris is a famous fashion capital.
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This brand releases new fashion collections every year.
She dreams of becoming a fashion designer.
A fashion show is being held in the mall.
noun
contemporary dress; modern clothing
Refers to clothing styles worn in the current era, in contrast to historical or period costumes ('古装').
This is a modern drama; the actors are all wearing contemporary clothing.
The clothing styles in period dramas and modern dramas are completely different.
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In film and TV shows set in ancient times, actors occasionally wear contemporary clothing.
This film mixes elements of period and modern dress, which is very creative.
The stage play required the actors to change from period costumes to modern dress to indicate the passage of time.