Definition

Noun: 1. A distinct style or appearance, especially one that is modern or recently adopted: The term refers to a fresh, updated, or significantly changed visual presentation or fashion. 2. A specific style of women's fashion: Historically, it refers to the influential style launched by Christian Dior in 1947, characterized by a fitted bodice, a narrow waist, and a full, flowing skirt, which represented a dramatic change from wartime utility clothing.

Usage

The term "new look" is used to describe a complete and noticeable change in style, design, or appearance. It can apply to fashion, branding, interior design, or even a person's updated image. * It is often used in marketing, fashion, and media contexts. * It can be used with articles: a new look, the new look.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The company is launching a new look for its flagship product next month.
  • After her haircut and new wardrobe, she had a completely new look.
  • Dior's New Look revolutionized post-war fashion with its emphasis on femininity and luxury.

Advanced Usage

• "to give something a new look": To renovate, redesign, or update the appearance of something.
  • They decided to give the old café a new look to attract younger customers.
• "to sport a new look": To publicly display or wear a new style.
  • The celebrity sported a new look on the red carpet last night.

Variants and Related Words

• Makeover (n): A complete transformation of appearance, often for a person or room.
  • The TV show specializes in home makeovers.
• Redesign (n/v): The process or result of changing the design of something.
  • The website redesign made it much easier to use.
• Revamp (n/v): To give new and improved form, structure, or appearance to something.
  • The brand needed a total revamp to stay relevant.

Synonyms

• Transformation: A thorough or dramatic change in form or appearance.
• Update: An act of making something more modern or current.
• Overhaul: A comprehensive examination and repair or improvement.

Related Phrases

• A fresh look: Similar to "a new look," emphasizing newness and cleanliness.
  • The designer provided a fresh look at the classic design.
• A change of image: A deliberate alteration in how someone or something is perceived.
  • The politician attempted a change of image before the election.

Noun

1. a style of women's clothing created by Christian Dior in 1947; involved a tight bodice and narrow waist and a flowing pleated skirt