The fashion industry is a vibrant and dynamic field with its own unique set of jargon and terminologies. If you’re delving into the world of Swedish fashion, knowing the industry-specific language is essential. Here are some key Swedish fashion terms along with their definitions and examples to help you navigate this stylish sector.

Modedesigner
Definition: A fashion designer; a person who designs fashionable clothing.
Efter många års studier har hon nu blivit en framgångsrik modedesigner.

Modevisning
Definition: Fashion show; an event where models display clothing and accessories on the runway.
De senaste kollektionerna presenterades på en välbesökt modevisning i Stockholm.

Trendspanare
Definition: Trend spotter; someone who identifies new fashion trends.
Som trendspanare är det mitt jobb att förutse vilka färger som blir populära nästa säsong.

Stilikon
Definition: Style icon; a person who is renowned for their distinctive and influential fashion sense.
Hennes unika klädstil har gjort henne till en stilikon bland modeentusiaster.

Textilier
Definition: Textiles; types of cloth or woven fabrics.
Vi använder endast hållbara textilier i vår klädtillverkning.

Konfektion
Definition: Off-the-peg or ready-to-wear clothing; standardized clothing sizes as opposed to tailor-made.
Det finns en stor efterfrågan på konfektion bland konsumenter som värdesätter snabbhet och tillgänglighet.

Accessoarer
Definition: Accessories; items such as belts, scarves, and hats that are used to complement an outfit.
Inga kläder är kompletta utan rätt accessoarer.

Mönster
Definition: Pattern; a design, set of lines, shapes, or colors used as decoration on fabric.
Det blommiga mönstret på hennes klänning passar perfekt för vårsäsongen.

Skiss
Definition: Sketch; a simple, quickly-made drawing that represents the design of clothing.
Varje ny design börjar som en skiss på ett papper.

Haute couture
Definition: High fashion; the creation of exclusive custom-fitted clothing. Haute couture is high-end fashion that is constructed by hand from start to finish.
Haute couture-plagg är kända för sin utsökta detaljrikedom och kvalitet.

Prêt-à-porter
Definition: Ready-to-wear; factory-made clothing, sold in finished condition and standardized sizes.
Prêt-à-porter-kollektionen har nått stor framgång internationellt.

Lookbook
Definition: A collection of photographs compiled to show off a model, photographer, style, or clothing line.
Designerns lookbook visade upp den nya kollektionen i en urban miljö.

Klädkod
Definition: Dress code; a set of rules specifying the required or appropriate way to dress for a particular occasion.
Klädkoden för eventet var “cocktail”, så jag valde en elegant klänning och högklackade skor.

Understanding and using these Swedish terms will not only enhance your language skills but also give you a deeper appreciation of the nuance and specificity of the fashion industry’s vernacular. As the world of fashion is always evolving, so too does the language that surrounds it, making it an exciting challenge for language learners and fashion aficionados alike.