Definition of shabby chic

shabby chic

• the use of used, worn, or inexpensive components to make stylish goods.

  Last edited on Oct 03 2009. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Oct 03 2009.

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Other terms relating to 'chic':
geek chic	Definitions include: fashion influenced by clothing worn by geeks and nerds.
naff chic	Definitions include: the style of the unstylish.
redneck chic	Definitions include: redneck clothing as high fashion.
Other terms relating to 'shabby':
shabby	Definitions include: unimpressive.

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