9 Fashion Phrases to Ban From Your Vocabulary Before the New Year

Despite having so many descriptors in our vocabulary, this word is used a lot. Does it even have a real meaning anymore, or this just what we label every outfit we love?

It may be the standout item in an outfit, but we're growing tired of sentences that mention "statement earrings" or "statement skirts." Let's simply call them what they are — pavé diamond earrings, ruffled asymmetrical skirts, etc. — instead of being vague.

Are we not all cool girls (in our own way)?

Please see chic.

It's fun to say, but the last word is kind of . . . pointless. If you tell us someone's wearing all black, we won't question that you do, indeed, mean everything.

You know what's so much nicer to hear or read than breezy? "Billowing." The fact that "her dress trailed behind her, catching the wind as she walked." Save this little word for when you're describing weather.

Is wearing a crop top that daring? What about a plunging neckline? These things seem normal nowadays, so please — reserve this word for when you see a gown being worn over plaid pajamas.

It's another case of word that's so overused, we're not even sure of its real definition anymore. Do you mean structured? Something slinky, black, and satin? Then say it!

Essential is defined as something that is "absolutely necessary." Will you survive without a black t-shirt? We're going to guess, umm, yes.