Refashion: meaning, definitions and examples

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refashion

 

[ riːˈfæʃən ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

clothing

To give new form or appearance to something, especially clothing.

Synonyms

remodel, restyle, revamp, transform.

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Word Description / Examples
refashion

Use this term when describing the process of making changes to improve or update something, especially in fashion or design. It often implies a creative overhaul.

  • She decided to refashion her old dress into a trendy skirt.
  • The company plans to refashion its brand to attract younger customers.
remodel

This word is best suited for extensive changes or improvements, often in the context of buildings and interior design. It usually involves significant structural changes.

  • They hired a contractor to remodel their kitchen.
  • We need to remodel our office to create more open space.
revamp

Suitable for comprehensive improvements or updates to something outdated or inefficient. It conveys a sense of modernization and renewal.

  • They need to revamp their website to improve user experience.
  • The company decided to revamp its product line to stay competitive.
transform

Use this word when describing a thorough and dramatic change, often altering the fundamental nature of something. It implies a complete overhaul.

  • The abandoned warehouse was transformed into a vibrant art gallery.
  • Her fitness journey over the year completely transformed her body and mind.
restyle

Often used in fashion, hairdressing, and design, this term refers to making changes to the appearance without altering the core structure. It focuses more on aesthetics.

  • She went to the salon to restyle her hair.
  • He decided to restyle his living room with new furniture and decor.

Examples of usage

  • She refashioned her old jeans into a trendy skirt.
  • After refashioning the dress, it looked brand new.
  • The designer refashioned the vintage jacket into a modern coat.

Translations

Translations of the word "refashion" in other languages:

🇵🇹 reformar

🇮🇳 पुनः फैशन करना

🇩🇪 umgestalten

🇮🇩 memperbarui gaya

🇺🇦 переробити

🇵🇱 przerobić

🇯🇵 再ファッション化する

🇫🇷 refaçonner

🇪🇸 reformar

🇹🇷 yeniden şekillendirmek

🇰🇷 다시 꾸미다

🇸🇦 إعادة تشكيل

🇨🇿 předělat

🇸🇰 prepracovať

🇨🇳 重新设计

🇸🇮 preoblikovati

🇮🇸 endurskapa

🇰🇿 қайта сәндеу

🇬🇪 ხელახლა მორგება

🇦🇿 yenidən dizayn etmək

🇲🇽 reformar

Etymology

The word 'refashion' originated in the late 16th century from the combination of 're-' meaning 'again' and 'fashion' meaning 'make' or 'shape'. It has been used over the centuries to describe the act of giving something a new form or appearance, particularly in the context of clothing and style.

See also: fashion, fashionable, fashionably, fashioning, fashionista, unfashionable.