Nepotism, wealth, and elitism have long been points of contention in the fashion industry. Twenty years ago, the industry was nearly unreachable by the “average” person and virtually impossible to access for those in marginalized sectors.
FASHION & BEAUTY
Yes, The Economic Recession Is Making You Yearn For Thrifted Flannels
Picture this: it’s November 2014, and you’re in the familiar comfort of your childhood bedroom. You’re deciding between filling the silence with reruns of Skins UK or Lana Del Rey’s Ultraviolence.
The Bold Simplicity of Solouk
In the ever-evolving tapestry of the global fashion industry, it is the stories of groundbreaking designers like Solouk that captivate and inspire.
Maximilian Davis Brings Caribbean Elegance to Ferragamo
I was raised observing the ease of long gowns and buttoned shirts worn by elder members at my family gatherings, of dressing up for church, and my father coming to school recitals still in his suit from work.
The Runway Revolution: Maison Margiela’s Spring/Summer 2024 and the Return of Drama
Now is the time to pay very close attention because we are in the midst of a Fashion Renaissance. In January, John Galliano, the current creative director at Maison Margiela, officially debuted their Spring/Summer 2024 collection.
Rediscovering Wonder with Marc Jacobs SS24
Similar origin stories float around the fashion industry. Stylists whose first clients were high school friends seeking their expertise, designers who learned to sew from family members and whose first commissioned pieces were for their siblings, photographers whose first photoshoot was a field trip shot with their iPhone.
Kerotix: Meeting Minutes on Leather
Filipinx-Canadian designer, Kelvin Stidwill celebrates the artistry of queer expression with their Ottawa-based label Kerotix. With emphasis on design as a sculptural practice, Kerotix’ audacious silhouettes aim to empower wearers to explore their oddity, sensuality, and strength in new ways.
Is Japanese Fashion Re-entering the Mainstream Fashion Scene?
Recently, a Japanese lolita brand, Baby The Stars Shine Bright, announced its participation in the upcoming Fall/Winter 2024 runway for New York Fashion Week.
Double Vision: DSquared2’s FW24/25 Show Celebrates Twins, Canadian Roots, and Fashion Innovation
DSquared2, the iconic Canadian brand renowned for its campy and eclectic designs, has once again captivated the fashion world with its FW24/25 show.
Winter With Stomach of Your Dead Soulmate
During the coldest months, amongst the wintery blur of black puffers, monochrome slush-covered boots, and burrowed faces, the ability to personalize one’s style lies mostly in one’s accessories.