Fashion is what is trendy right now. Style, on the other hand, is exclusive to everyone. Style is the person’s own beliefs and their own choice of clothes and accessories. The terms fashion and style are usually thrown around these days; however, many people find it difficult to distinguish between the two.
According to Oscar de la Renta, “Fashion is about dressing according to what’s fashionable. Style is more about being yourself.”
Dictionary.com defines ‘fashion’ as:
A prevailing custom or style of dress, etiquette, socializing, etc.: the latest fashion in dresses.
Dictionary.com defines ‘style’ as:
A particular kind, sort, or type, as with reference to form, appearance, or character: the baroque style: The style of the house was too austere for their liking
According to Wikipedia, “Fashion is a general term for a popular style or practice, especially in clothing, footwear, accessories, makeup, body piercing or furniture. Fashion usually is the newest creations made by designers and are bought by only a few people; however, often those “fashions” are translated into more established trends.
Fashion is very versatile. It keeps on changing. Things that are fashionable tend to go out of fashion by next year, next season, or even next week.
Style is not dependent upon clothing; it can be associated with anything that makes you look stylish, be that a unique way of speaking, a unique paring of accessories, a unique way of carrying yourself, etc
