Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tastemaker

noun
/ˈteɪsˌmeɪ.kər/
Definition
A person or entity that influences trends in style or taste.
Examples
  • The designer became a tastemaker in the fashion world after launching her successful collection.
  • Many young chefs aspire to be tastemakers in the culinary industry.
  • As a prominent art critic, his reviews often label emerging artists as tastemakers.
Meaning
Tastemakers are individuals or organizations that have the power to help shape and define what is considered fashionable or desirable in various fields such as fashion, food, art, and music.
Synonyms
  • Trendsetter
  • Influencer
  • Style icon
  • Modiste