In the fast-paced world of fashion, trends come and go quicker than ever before. With the rise of online shopping, companies like SHEIN have capitalized on the demand for affordable, on-trend clothing. However, while SHEIN may offer inexpensive options for fashion-forward consumers, its negative impact on the industry cannot be...
In today’s fast-paced world, fashion isn’t just about what we wear; it’s about who we’re wearing. Celebrity fashion brands have become synonymous with style, luxury, and influence. From clothing lines to fragrance collections, these brands are more than just products – they are reflections of the personalities and lifestyles of...
As time goes on, fashion becomes more than just an aesthetic decision; it becomes a dynamic medium for political expression and the formation of individual identities. The notion that the clothes we wear convey a great deal about our values, social circles, and political opinions is not a recent idea,...
Vintage looks from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s often make triumphant returns to the fashion industry, updated with a contemporary spin. These fads first make their appearance on celebrity or high-fashion runways, where they are accompanied by hefty price tags and exclusive labels. Nevertheless, with the help of social media,...
It’s to no one’s surprise that TikTok has grown to be a major influence in so many different industries. In particular, creative industries like Fashion have taken over the app, and with great success. That said, the influence that it has on the industry and the consumers that have tagged...
Balenciaga’s Spring/Summer 2025 Runway is scheduled to take place in Shanghai, China, on May 30, 2024. This show will feature the brand’s 2025 spring women’s and men’s collections; the company decided to showcase this collection in the vibrant and fast-paced Chinese city to emphasize its focal point on the “global...
Closing out the third day of London Fashion Week, 33-year-old Turkish-British designer Dilara Findikoglu stunned audiences with a Femme Vortex, a show consisting of 37 womenswear ensembles. Findikoglu envisioned a show in which she “destroy[s] the corporate man.” The ready-to-wear pieces consist of leather, latex, corsets, and bondage. After not...
With the popularity and convenience of single-use plastic water bottles causing environmental strain and massive waste, there has been a move, especially in the last decade to 15 years, to transition to using reusable water bottles. At first glance, and for the majority of the population, this is a huge...
R&B legend Usher, 45, has recently partnered up with reality star Kim Kardashian, 43, on a new SKIMS campaign. In this ad, the singer is seen modeling two sold-out pieces from the SKIMS menswear collections; the SKIMS Stretch 5’’ Boxer in Midnight and SKIMS Cotton 5’’ Boxer in Military (he...
What are “Legging Legs”? “Legging Legs,” the repackaged trend of having skinny legs that show a gap between thighs, is causing waves amongst TikTokers. The tag #legginglegs scored over 33 million views as young women assert that these legs look best in yoga pants. Luckily, millennials and older Gen Zers...
Shein, a fast fashion retailer founded in Nanjing, China, initially gained popularity in 2019, and its fame has only been increasing since. Like most fast fashion brands, Shein gained popularity for their affordable prices and decent quality of products. Whether it’s clothes, shoes, or jewelry, Shein produces goods that people...
For quite a while, there have been unique fashion fads that take over the internet. Platform crocs, cropped sweaters, and one hundred different eyebrow trends are just a few of the recent fashion rages. Louis Vuitton and Pharrell Williams, record producer and designer, worked hand in hand to make a...
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