What is the answer to "Fashion-forward"?

The most common answer is CHIC. However, there is 1 possible answer to this clue.

When was this clue last used?

This clue was most recently seen in 2020, and first appeared in 2015.

How difficult is this clue?

We rate this clue as Easy difficulty.

Fashion-forward Crossword Clue Answer

Solving Fashion-forward? You're in luck—this appeared in Wall Street Journal September 30, 2025. Check out our 4-letter solution.

Fashion-forward Crossword Answer

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Other Wall Street Journal Clues (9/30/25)

1A: Kept in the loop, in a way

5A: “The Destroyer,” in Hinduism

10A: Park portion

14A: Language of Pakistan

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16A: Cereal originally called Shredded Ralston

17A: Parking lot partyers

19A: Platter player

20A: They’re usually closed overnight

21A: Ask for

Fashion-forward Crossword Clue FAQ

What is the 4-letter answer to "Fashion-forward" crossword clue?

The answer to the "Fashion-forward" crossword clue is CHIC. This answer contains 4 letters and was confirmed in the Wall Street Journal puzzle.

Which crossword used "Fashion-forward" clue?

This crossword clue most recently appeared in the Wall Street Journal puzzle on September 30, 2025. Daily crossword puzzles often reuse popular clues, so this clue may appear again in future puzzles from the same publication or others.

What is the meaning of CHIC?

The word CHIC means: elegant and stylish. This definition provides context for why it fits the crossword clue "Fashion-forward".