Official Blog of the Fashion Merchandising and Design Society at Virginia Tech
We have all heard this term; the words “fast fashion” can hold several meanings for people who are unsure about what it is, how it is impacting our society, and the pros and cons associated with it. This is a contemporary term which is used to describe the inexpensive designs that fashion retailers move from [...]
Fusion: the idea of combining several cultures or even a couple with certain western cultures has been very popular nowadays. International cultures, like Indian, Italian, Chinese, for example, have integrated within western cultures to design outfits that fit both. Additionally, this style of fusion has been adapted by a majority of the people, especially in [...]
This sweater weather, we all want to fill our closets with cute sweaters, scarves, jackets, cardigans, leggings, and so much more. The one catch is staying warm while also looking fashionable. Nowadays, there are several ways to do this, but let’s just say that scarves, jackets, oversized sweaters, and flannels are the ways to go. [...]
Fashion shows are a way for models to express themselves as well as the current trends in society. With various fashion shows being presented internationally and nationally, models from all over the world have an opportunity to showcase the current styles and the many different ways to present them. In our modern society, various cultures [...]
Cultural appropriation has been a prominent factor in the fashion industry since the beginning of time. When we think of fashion, one of the first factors that comes into our head is culture. Culture plays a huge role and is very significant in the fashion industry as it influences dress, modesty, traditions, and developing trends [...]
