French Conversation · Level 79
60 words
French word
stylisme
Pronunciation
IPA/stilizm/
Meaning
- masculine nounfashion design
Example
Elle étudie le stylisme.
She studies fashion design.
More examples
Le stylisme de rue influence souvent les jeunes.
Street clothing design often influences young people.
Core concept
The craft of coordinating a garment's form and materials to create a recognizable overall appearance.
Common phrases
stylisme de mode
clothing design
cours de stylisme
styling course
atelier de stylisme
styling workshop
Similar words
style: The overall character or feel of clothing linked to a person or era.
look: The finished appearance created by a particular combination of clothing and accessories.
Definition in French
Discipline et pratique consistant à créer et concevoir des vêtements et des accessoires, en travaillant la forme, les matières et l'apparence pour produire une esthétique cohérente.
Word origin
French created stylisme by adding -isme to style, linking the idea of visual character with a specialized field of practice.
Usage tips
- In ordinary descriptions of an outfit, style or look is more common than stylisme, which suits professional or academic contexts.