tastemaker

/ˈtæstmeɪkər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person whose opinions or taste in music, fashion, art, etc. are widely regarded as influential or authoritative.

“She was a tastemaker in the music industry, discovering many new artists.”

2. noun

A person or thing that sets the trend or standard for something.

“The latest fashion magazine is a tastemaker in the fashion world.”

Synonyms

  • influencer
  • style icon
  • trendsetter

Antonyms

  • conformist
  • trend follower