vogueish

[/ˈvoʊɡiːʃ/]
adjective
na moda; estiloso; que segue a tendência; vogue
1. Resembling or characteristic of vogue; fashionable or trendy in a superficial or temporary way
The vogueish design of the boutique attracted many young customers.
O design estiloso da boutique atraiu muitos clientes jovens.
2. Following current fashions or trends, often with an emphasis on style over substance
Her vogueish approach to interior design was impressive but lacked functionality.
Sua abordagem estilosa para design de interiores era impressionante, mas carecia de funcionalidade.
3. In the context of dance and LGBTQ+ culture, relating to the expressive and highly stylized form of movement and performance
The vogueish performance at the club was captivating and energetic.
A performance estilosa no clube foi cativante e energética.
The term 'vogueish' has deep roots in African American and Latino LGBTQ+ ballroom culture, particularly in New York City from the 1980s onwards. In this context, it refers to a highly stylized form of dance and self-expression. In mainstream fashion usage, it describes anything temporarily fashionable. In Brazil, the term is often used in fashion and club contexts, with particular significance in Rio de Janeiro's vibrant LGBTQ+ nightlife scene.
NYC Slang
fierce; sickening; serving face (in the context of vogue dancing and ballroom culture)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fashionabletrendystylishchiccurrentin voguemodish
Antonyms / Antônimos
outdatedunfashionableunstylishold-fashionedpassé

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
na moda; estiloso
Standard translation used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
estiloso; maneiro
More colloquial, often used in dance and club culture
São Paulo
na moda; moderno
More formal usage in fashion and design contexts
Portugal
na moda; elegante
Portuguese variant emphasizes elegance over trendiness

Related Words

voguefashiontrendstylevoguingchiccontemporary

Related Idioms & Phrases

in vogue
having one's moment
serving looks
bringing it to the runway
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