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The Devil Feigns Racial Accountability

The reasoning behind Wintour’s sudden sympathy for Black people is allegorical to what some claim is the bedrock of fashion: trend.

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The Chiffon Trenches: André Leon Talley’s Apology to Himself

Beyond my superficial connections to the former creative director of Vogue, my admiration for Talley comes from the respect I owe him for existing in an industry that has historically had little-to-no room for men who look like me. However, what is even more important to me is Talley’s permanence as a cautionary tale about the whims and woes of the fashion world for Black people and, more specifically Black men.

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Three times fashion was front and center in politics

Scandals, weak policy positions and polarization all greatly influence how people assess politicians. But it would be simple-minded to remove clothes and appearance from the American people’s decisions about their politicians.  Famously, those who watched the first televised presidential debate between John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon believed that Kennedy won. The allure and polish […]

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Styles on Tour: What to expect from Harry Styles and his upcoming tour looks

From selling out shows to topping the Billboard charts and amassing millions of fans, there is no doubt that Harry Styles is a force to be reckoned with. On November 13, Styles broke the internet by announcing his upcoming 2020 world tour: LOVE ON TOUR. So, naturally, we have to talk about it.  The world […]

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What to know about fashion industry watchdog Diet Prada

Diet Prada (@diet_prada) is what Jonah Bromwich of The New York Times deems to be “an industry watchdog.” Fashion bloggers Tony Liu and Lindsey Schuyler, now in their fourth year of running the Instagram account, call out brands without holding back. They share photos and screenshots as evidence, even creating memes, to criticize copycat fashion, […]

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Everything you need to know about Soirée Style

It’s really important to support local, as well as support companies in fashion that are sustainable and making a huge effort to be inclusive. Supporting such initiatives can raise awareness for the company and introduce it to more people.

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The ethical implications of being broke a$$ algae in the high-fashion food chain

It’s important to encourage people to really consider the ethical implications of where and how they are buying their clothing. However, it’s also important to encourage fashion-lovers and creatives of all economic statuses to be bold, and to wear what they love and what makes them feel how they are meant to feel.

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Suede and skyscrapers

Velvet, cordouroy, etc. have been front runners in the recent fall collections of major designers and for department store brands. This trend is not to be overlooked. Texture is the perfect way to express style and personality in a work environment.

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Glamour with a green thumb

New York Fashion Week sets the tone for upcoming fashion weeks in Paris, Milan and London. Previewing the spring 2020 trends gives insight on what to expect from major designers and mainstream trends in the coming months.