Being a seasoned player in the fashion scene comes with its own set of challenges, one of which is the risk of falling into a rut and producing designs that feel stale or uninspired. But perhaps the biggest pitfall is becoming predictable. Fortunately, this season's London Fashion Week pulled out all the stops, presenting some…
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In a joint statement earlier this summer, the U.N. World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service told us that July 2023 would be the hottest month on record. Their assessment was correct. Phoenix, Arizona hit 110 degrees Fahrenheit for 31 days straight, breaking every record since the city’s conception. In the…
In recent years, a growing awareness of environmental issues and the desire for more ethical consumption has sparked a significant shift in the beauty industry. As a result, consumers are actively seeking out sustainable beauty products that not only enhance their appearance but also align with their values. The rise of sustainable beauty is a…
With the greenery of Governors Island in June as a backdrop, on June 16th UGG presented a special event at The Arts Center celebrating its showcase of artist Meg Webster's exhibit Wave. Known for sculpture and installation art that emphasizes natural elements, Webster's latest exhibition was specifically centered around themes of water and the environment.…
Thanks to Gen Z’s interest in sustainable fashion and love of all things vintage, the reselling market is booming. In 2019 alone, online reselling grew 25 times faster than traditional retail. Consumers are loving resale sites for buying and selling. Whether you are looking to make some extra cash off unwanted clothing or you are…
Social media has brought about a new age of connection that has revolutionized key industries. Whether it be a trend, movement, or individual post, the things that happen on social media can have a huge impact on the real world. The fashion industry in particular has been transformed by social media influencers and widespread trends.…
Moon Chang is a storyteller whose medium of choice is clothing. Her new lifestyle brand, VENUS IN BLACK, inspired by her french bulldog, tells a story of duality - life and death, beauty and ugliness, fantasy and reality. She debuted the brand’s first collection, "Venus Garden," at New York Fashion Week earlier this year. The…
Between the influence of social media and the dangerous rise in fast fashion, trends are going in and out of style faster than ever. The increased speed of the fashion cycle benefits retailers by causing consumers to buy more in order to keep up with trends. Not only is this harmful to the consumer's bank…
On May 21st, The Council of Fashion Designers (CFDA) and The British Fashion Council (BFC) released a statement urging fashion designers to slow-down and re-evaluate the repercussions of fast-fashion in a post-pandemic world. "Together, we strongly recommend designers focus on no more than two main collections a year," the statement reads. "We firmly believe this…
Milan gets greener for the Universal Exposition, to explore the theme “Feeding the Planet, Energy For Life.” The King of Fashion, Giorgio Armani, as Expo Ambassador brought Hollywood stars to the Italian city to celebrate 40 years of his brand, with a grand opening of his new space. These included Tom Cruise, Leonardo DiCaprio, Cate…
Coachella is already sold out of passes, but for those of you lucky enough to snag a ticket, there's a lot to look forward to. And for those who aren't going, well...too bad. But there's always next year, and in the meantime, you can live vicariously by looking back through photos of Coachella outfits from…
“It’s the triumph of fake fur … because fake fur changed so much and became so great now that you can hardly see a difference.” —Karl Lagerfeld on his Paris Fashion Week show for Chanel F/W 2010/2011 With a rising trend of consumers accepting, and in some cases even preferring vegan leather or pleather, there’s…