Gender roles being subverted in fashion is something that has been going on for a long time, despite society continuing to cling to its rigid notions. Whether we consider the fact that high heels were originally a men’s fashion or the idea that it was only acceptable for women to wear pants within the last century; it becomes more and more…
Ethical fashion has become somewhat of a buzzword in the industry and with good reason. After all, historically speaking, the fashion and beauty industries haven’t had the best track record when it comes to issues such as waste, sustainability, and ensuring ethical labor practices. The beauty industry, in particular, faces the difficulty of ethically sourcing the materials that compose our…
Most beauty aficionados would agree that there is no better rush than buying some new makeup. After all, as many would tell you, there seems to be a simple, sort of childlike fun in trying new things. Perhaps similar to playing dress up or fumbling with your mother’s makeup bag when you were younger. The good news is that now…
Animal prints are certainly nothing new. To be absolutely clear, most might figure that they’ve been floating around the trendy world for a while now, if not forever. Who can forget J Crew CEO Jenna Lyons and her now iconic quote: “As far as I’m concerned, leopard is a neutral.” It appears now that almost every label and retailer seem…
It’s no secret at this point that Nordstrom is a favorite amongst many, both those who keep a finger on the pulse of fashion and those who aren’t devout followers of trends. It has even recently even cemented its status as America’s favorite retailer through a Market Force report back in 2016; the rationale behind this titled is chalked up…
There is no greater hassle than undergoing a seasonal transition with clothes. Often, having to pack away favorite pieces leaves one feeling a keen sense of loss. This is never truer than it is in the case of summer clothes, whose easy maintenance approach often feels unique to only the warmer months. Once fall rolls around, some may find themselves…
Anyone who’s been paying attention to fashion recently knows that the industry has been making many strides toward sustainability. Whether it’s SZA’s sustainability-focused collaboration with Champion, or Greenpeace’s latest report on just how well many well-known brands are keeping their commitments to environmentally friendly practices; “sustainable” is a word on the minds of many fashion conscious people. When it comes…
Conde Nast, and by extension Vogue, have recently made history with a recent decision that may set the tone for the fashion industry. In a recent statement, the publication has announced that they will no longer be using underage models. A decision which comes in the wake of the #MeToo movement, which has been instrumental in highlighting the innate issues…
Fall is typically the ideal time to begin looking into new denim pieces. The sweltering heat of summer often relegates people to sheer, lightweight fabrics; often meaning that (with the exception of short, skirts etc.) most people must put their denim pieces away. However, with the arrival of the colder months, it makes sense for a person to want to…
