In a climate where baggy jeans and oversized sweatshirts are taking over, it’s a bit refreshing to see a more casual style make a reappearance in our contemporary fashion landscape. While there is nothing inherently wrong with rocking a Nike hoodie with a pair of baggy denim jeans and a...
For me and probably millions of other people with autism, comfort is very important. When we are forced to wear things that we don’t want to, such as a dress to a wedding, a school uniform, or just a nice dress shirt for a nice occasion, it can be a...
Thrifting clothes has regained popularity in recent years, spurred on by the tariffs of the Trump administration. While the Salvation Army and Goodwill still maintain a dominant force within the American thrift industry, more and more young people move away to shop at alternative stores. This shift, while recent, has...
In our modern society, it is evident that nothing is equal. Whether it is gender, race, or ethnicity, there is a prevalent inequity that creates a divide between people. This is especially true when discussing class. When a person in a lower socioeconomic situation decides to dress simply, they are...
After years and years of gaining massive success through several different styles and designs—even down to a Cinnamon Toast Crunch inspired collaboration with Kyrie Irving—Nike could potentially experience a slight drop in sales in the coming months. It is reported that the popular shoe brand will have a 2%-4% decline...
Ten years ago, we had facetune and the Snapchat dog filter flooding our Instagram feeds. Tumblr gave us our fashion inspiration, and our chokers were so tight our airways were probably compromised. Our skinny jeans were ripped to shreds, and our shirts promoted bands we most likely have only heard...
In the past, the act of thrifting used to be a cost effective way to purchase slightly used donated items that still can be used and repurposed. Instead of throwing such items away, thrifting was a way to discover items that could then be utilized and reused for other people...
Don’t get me wrong, it is intriguing to buy clothing items full of fun and funky designs that we know we would only wear once. The racks are full of them. The sheer tops that are just waiting for a rip, but they’re so shiny we just cannot walk away....
The 2026 Oscars had a plethora of fashion statements made known at its red carpet. Among the many dazzling dresses and colors, some of the male attendees managed to capture the eyes of viewers across the world with their suit designs. Suits, among other modern male western formalwear, are often...
Not just America’s Sweetheart, or John F. Kennedy Jr’s wife, but Carolyn Bessette, a woman who defined a fashion aesthetic that would still linger decades later. Since the release of Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, audiences have not only been exposed to their love story and...
If you’re looking for the pinnacle of high-end fashion, then the French capital was the perfect place to be. This year’s Paris Fashion Week can be described in three words—chic, sexy, and absolutely breathtaking. Many celebrities like Zendaya, Tyla, Margot Robbie, Chappell Roan, and several others gave us a special...
The same luxury brands have dominated the current fashion industry for decades. Brands that have held deep and entrenched histories within the industry itself and in the eyes of the public. That said, times are changing, and many consumers of fashion are eager to see that change. The barrier for...
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