Category: fashion
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Evolving fashion trends, evolving cultures
Have you ever heard of a dandy? What about the trendy S-shape? Unisex fashion? Chances are you’ve heard of the last one. But I’m guessing you might have also heard at some point of metrosexuals, pretty boys, the booty fitness obsession, and gender neutral clothing. I’ve heard it said that that history repeats itself, the…
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Rethinking house clothes
A festival was happening outside. I could hear the music. Everyone’s joy was even louder. I’d considered joining them. I even got dressed to go. I put on a dress I’d been eager to wear. I did my hair. I was ready to go. And then I just sat on my bed with my laptop…
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Learning from my fashion mistakes
I remember it well. I had a great outfit planned out. My top was light blue. It was a color that I pulled from the floral maxi I was going to wear with it. Pastel + flower= springtime. I was set, except I looked a mess. When it was time to leave the house, I…
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Fila collaboration with Haider Ackermann
Bertolino concurred, speaking in the same article: “Designer collaborations bring brand equity to Fila. …It shows that the brand can stand that test of time. Redefining and elevating the brand happens with collaborations first.” I was enlightened by reading what the Fila representatives had to say. Looking back, I have to admit that saying someone…
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Now even your bed can wear Jacquemus
Jacquemus have recently unveiled a line of homeware, in collaboration with the Copenhagen-based brand, Tekla. Items include all organic cotton pieces- bed sheets, towels, robes, and clothing. Here are the items that caught my eye. Yes, I am aware that it is a very expensive towel. Let me enjoy the beautifully rich brown through my…
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Just wondering why brands are trying so hard to incorporate street art (to the point of stealing it)
Back in April, the street artist Futura, won a case against NorthFace. The outdoor brand had a campaign called Future Light, featuring an atom-like drawing as the logo for their new product. Futura argued the campaign infringed on his copyright as it was eerily similar to the atoms he uses in his art and his…
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What luxury brands can do to be successful on Amazon, and why they stay away
As I continued looking into Amazon’s luxury stores, I found an interview with an expert detailing what Amazon could do to lure luxury brands. When interviewed by Business of Home in early 2020 (before the site launch and announcement), Laura Meyer had some thoughts on Amazon’s ability to corner a share in the market. The…
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Amazon luxury stores vs Saks: How different is the shopping experience?
Perhaps I dive too deep into things, but I was curious about how the site experience of the Amazon Luxury Stores compared to that of a more established e-retailer, Saks Fifth Avenue. Granted, Saks has been in the luxury retail for literally over a century and have provided an e-commerce site since 2000. Amazon on…
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Why you’ll probably keep seeing Adidas brand collaborations
Adidas has had a string of designer collaborations of late. I’ve covered a few of them on my site, but a more exhaustive list includes: Gucci, Prada, Thebe Magugu, Stella McCartney, Balenciaga, Farm Rio, Ivy Park, Marimekko, Victoria Beckham, Jeremy Scott, Yohji Yamamoto, and probably more that I just can’t recall. Naturally, my curiosity got…
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Dior x Thebe Magugu x CTAOP, all for a good cause
Dior have partnered with Thebe Magugu for a special collection. Sales from the items support the CTAOP, or the Charlize Theron African Outreach Project. Magugu seems to remain hot and much sought after for collaborations. I am not sure how this collaboration came about, but it only makes sense to bring on a designer who…
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