Bucket Bag: The bucket bag is a core silhouette continued this season with Louis Vuitton making a strong statement with their appliques, embossing and metal accents giving a new look to the bag. The bucket bag also reduces its shape, becoming a more condensed version of what has previously been seen, with the exception of Dior and Moschino, who drift toward a much larger carryall shape.
Vertical Drop Pendant: A newcomer for spring 2015 is the vertical drop pendant. It creates a longer neckline while the extended silhouette greatens the potential for creativity; the possibilities are endless.
Braided Belt: The braided belt goes beyond the norm with metal accents and touches like utility buckles. The tuck through is all the rage for belts this season, allowing for extra-long tab to tuck through the belt itself.
Neck Scarf: The neck scarf, though simple, allows for a bold statement with material choice and details, including fringes, scalloped trims and wired edges. It opens the door to all types of creativity and opportunity for self-expression.
Bomber Jacket: The bomber jacket is the number one must have item in outerwear this season. So much material diversity, including mesh, sheer, satin and quilted applications. It’s a perfect cross to turn any outfit from Sporty to Edgy and Classy.
Op-Ed: The Collateral Damages of Fast Fashion
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Fast fashion is the quick and cheap production of merchandise; it is also described as the production of “clothing designs that move quickly from the catwalk to stores to take advantage of trends. The collections are often based on styles presented at Fashion Week runway shows or worn by celebrities.” In other words, it is the perfect combination of cheap and convenience for the customer that can’t imagine a life where they’re not staying in the loop. This fast-production of clothes, however, has so many collateral damages, damages ranging from the exacerbation of climate change to the industry’s connection to sweatshops.
