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These Boots Were Made for Walking – An Interview with Stuart Weitzman

During designer-entrepreneur Stuart Weitzman’s 2026 university tour, we — Elizabeth Comer and Savannah Matthews — had the privilege of speaking with him one-on-one to get the inside scoop on his time in the fashion industry. Weitzman, 84, was born with shoe design in his blood. He began designing for his father’s factory in the 1960s, …

Savannah Matthews April 9, 2026
The Duality and Monikers of the Plaid Woven Bag “Ghana Must Go”

Although the recognizable pattern was not born in Africa, it was undoubtedly given a life of its own through its practicality and social significance on the continent. It is safe to say that the carryall bag is a cultural signifier for the trials and tribulations different groups faced in migration.

Temiloluwa Alagbe March 24, 2026
The overlap of aesthetics and appetite 

In the spotlight of Bottega Veneta’s spring 2023 luxury campaign by Matthieu Blazy, a brown leather crossbody purse that mimics a paper grocery bag catches the eye. A shoulder bag, artfully disguised as a slice of cake, swings from a model’s arm. A tube of brownie-flavored lip balm by beauty brands such as Glossier, LANEIGE …

Maisie Cahn February 20, 2026
Photo by Rex Features 2012
Monsieur de Haute Couture: The Enduring Legacy of Valentino

In January, a solemn atmosphere fell over the Palazzo Gabrielli-Mignanelli in Rome, home to the headquarters of the Italian powerhouse Maison Valentino. The house’s namesake had died, and with him, a titan of old-world decadence and romantic opulence. The enduring heritage of Valentino Garavani can best be summed up in a quote by Yves Saint …

Jacob Dokulil February 18, 2026
Sayna Fardaraghi on filmmaking, the creative journey & finding your niche

I had the pleasure of speaking with creative director, filmmaker and artist Sayna Fardaraghi. She recently released “Glint,” a short film covering themes of horror, coming-of-age and desire. Read below for an insight into her filmmaking process, creative journey and vision as an artist.  SAVANNAH MATTHEWS: First of all, thank you so much for meeting …

Savannah Matthews February 6, 2026
Fashion Forecasters or False Indicators?

Economic uncertainties, financial anxieties and social media have led to an uptick of deeming anything and everything — from shopping habits to groceries to pop culture — as a recession indicator.  Is a return to natural hair color, the popularity of ramen and Buldak noodles or a greater interest in lip products a recession indicator?  …

Jiya Gupta January 12, 2026
The latest in festival fashion: A comprehensive rundown of Breakaway’s best looks in North Carolina

Big names, including longtime favorite John Summit and recent breakthrough sensation Disco Lines, entertained thousands of fans at a neon-lit, rain-splattered racetrack at Breakaway Music Festival on Sept. 26 and 27. This leg of the popular EDM festival was held in Concord, North Carolina, at Charlotte Motor Speedway, and delivered two high-energy nights for thousands …

Maisie Collins November 5, 2025