A Thread By Thread Look Into The Effects Of Fast-Fashion
In the ever-evolving fashion industry, “fast fashion” has become synonymous with speed and accessibility. Like a carousel of fabrics spinning at the gravity of emerging trends, ‘fast fashion’ refers to the low-cost production of popular clothing styles worn amongst the masses.
A Dive Into The Revival of '90s Fashion Trends
The '90s – an era of unapologetic grunge, pop culture craze, and unforgettable fashion moments. What goes around, comes around, and the fashion world is no exception. It seems that some '90s trends never left the spotlight – beloved classics like baggy denim jeans, scrunchies and claw clips are still topping the charts of 2024 trends. In the world of fashion, some trends simply never fade away; they hibernate, waiting for the moment to shine once again. The 1990s were a decade defined by bold experimentation in all facets of culture, and one of the most influential style eras that trends continue to emerge from.
The Rise of “Quiet Luxury”
If your social media feeds look anything like mine have for the past few months, there is a high likelihood you have seen an incline in “quiet luxury.” This increasingly popular fashion trend fosters a high level of class and elegance, and is described as discrete, simple, and lowkey. Although less busy than recent trends, it still isn’t considered minimalism. As many people have begun to revert to basics after over consuming and participating in all the “maximalist” trends, people are starting to develop a deeper understanding of the idea that “less is more.”
Then and Now: 6 Trends That Have Made a Huge Comeback
As we constantly change the way we dress, trends are constantly going out of style, but eventually make their way back in. Recently, the trend cycle has been moving at a significantly faster pace than we have ever seen before, resulting in the oversaturation of fast fashion. Now, more than ever, we have been diverting back to trends that were already popular 10, 20, 40, and even hundreds of years ago! Although they are making a return, it is not necessarily in the same way we have seen in the past.
How to Style a Maxi Denim Skirt
Fashion news incoming: maxi denim skirts are in! After mini-skirts had a long reign, maxi skirts are establishing themselves as a staple in your closet. The maxi-denim skirt trend comes in all patterns, colors, and designs, so don’t worry about figuring out how to style them. Here is a guide to adapting them into your daily outfits.
(IN)LARKIN®: Pioneering the athglamour® Aesthetic
Mary Beth Larkin, a contemporary fashion designer and entrepreneur, is the namesake of (IN)LARKIN®, her fashion label and flagship boutique in Santa Ynez. Since opening in July, Larkin has felt an outpour of love and support from the community and worldwide tourists alike as they connect with her innovative, comfort-driven brand.
CHOCHENG AW ‘23 Brings Glamor and Humor to the Runway at NYFW
At Spring Studios on February 15, CHOCHENG opened with a grand entrance of playful, whimsical music as viewers were drawn to the edge of their seats in anticipation. Inspired by Italian cinema, CHOCHENG’s Autumn/Winter ‘23 collection continues to support sustainability while bringing humor to the crowd.
Hottest Hair Trends during NYFW 23
New York’s Fashion Week is the hottest week for setting the biggest trends for Spring/Summer. Today, we’re going to take a look at the most-seen hairstyles on the runway and how you can apply them to your day-to-day looks.
5 Designs You Must See From the Cucculelli Shaheen FW ‘23 Les Radiants at NYFW
Crystalled dresses stunned the audience during the Cucculelli Shaheen Collection Fifteen Runway Show at Webster Hall on February 13. Inspired by chaos and classicism, the designs drew eyes on the models as the runway took a twist with a live rock performance.
Dur Doux AW ’23 Toute L’Anne at NYFW
Toute L’Anne is French for “Holiday Year-Round” and the fashion designer duo at Dur Doux are bringing this theme to life in their new Autumn/Winter 2023 collection as they inspire a collaboration between fashion and travel.
Snow Xue Gao FW ’23 Inspires Women Empowerment at NYFW
Originally famous for styling Rihanna, fashion designer Snow Xue Gao returned this season with a new collection that has more meaning beyond the designs themselves. Snow sends a message of support to other women through her designs this season.
Textile World with Tara Babylon FW ’23 at NYFW
New York Fashion Week is not about simply releasing a showcase for the designs, but designers are now adding a unique touch of performance to leave a lasting impact on viewers. For fashion designer Tara Babylon, this meant celebrating her new FW23 collection at an intimate gallery with a dance presentation for her colorful textile designs.
A Lover Girl’s Valentines Day Style Guide
With Valentine's Day around the corner, going out with the girls or getting dinner with that special someone is going to require a killer outfit. Let’s talk about how to incorporate these lovely colors into your wardrobe for the occasion, here are 5 simple and chic outfit ideas that will make your day of love even more special:
2023 Grammy Awards Fashion Favs
Take a look at our favorite outfits from the 2023 Grammy’s Red Carpet!
The Newest Trend in 2023: Metallic Clothing
Metallic clothing has been making regular appearances on fashion runways, celebrity events, and headlines of news outlets. This year, the flashy metallic is becoming a casual fashion trend amongst influencers and a statement piece in people’s daily outfits.
As Vivienne Westwood Said, "Buy less, choose well."
Whether you buy a luxurious Versace dress or $30 dollar jeans from American Eagle, your purchase makes you a player in one of the largest industries in the world. The fashion industry has a value of