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Feathers have always been a statement in the fashion world. However, the trend has returned, and this time it is being incorporated into outfits in all sorts of ways, from the runway to casual streetwear. The days of lavish feather boas will remain an iconic period in fashion, but lately feathers are popping up in [...]
In an effort to combat the environmental issues associated with the fashion industry, H&M, the Swedish company known for its fast fashion, is now trying out a new rental service. With the increasing popularity in both renting clothes and taking on a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle, the new service has gained plenty of buzz and seems [...]
A storm has been brewing on social media in response to Japan’s Nippon TV reporting the different policies companies in the nation have for women wearing glasses in the workplace. Many of the companies that have banned women from wearing them include popular retail chains, one of them stating that it made women look “cold.” [...]
We’ve all found ourselves sitting on our closet floor, piles of clothes thrown about around us after seemingly going through every piece we own, only to come to the conclusion that you have absolutely nothing to wear. Though you could go out and buy new clothes, a total revamp of your wardrobe can be expensive, [...]
For years, the status quo has been that tattoos, piercings and fashion color hair dye are not appropriate in the workplace. However, this logic has been increasingly challenged with time. The debate as to whether or not these characteristics are professional is heating up now more than ever. In arguing against tattoos, piercings and unnatural [...]
Calvin Klein is known for the iconic #MYCALVINS series, but their recent campaign has gained plenty of attention for their advertisement that features an array of notable and diverse celebrities centered around every individual’s personal truth. In addition to some of the previous faces of the brand, such as Kendall Jenner and Shawn Mendes, the [...]
Just a few months after making headlines for buying out Ivy Park from Topshop’s Phillip Green after allegations of sexual harassment surfaced in the British Parliament, Beyoncé is asserting her influence in the business world once again. In a collaboration with Adidas, Beyoncé has found a new home for Ivy Park. In what Beyoncé called [...]
As the youngest contestant to ever win Project Runway, Christian Siriano has not only made a prominent name for himself in the fashion world but also brought a fresh perspective to the industry. With an appreciation for diversity and inclusivity, Siriano has made headlines countless times with his bold designs worn by many note-worthy celebrities. [...]
As the 2018 election became one of the most memorable, with so many influential women taking seats, the new voices of Congress have been symbolized through their fashion and diversity. While their platforms speak for themselves, many of the Congresswomen’s successes and fresh perspectives have been commemorated by their clothes. Just recently, many Congresswomen, from [...]
There are very few things in this world that have the same effect as the sound of high heels hitting the floor. With every step, that symbolic sound serves a multitude of meanings to different individuals. This experience, that was long deemed exclusive only to women, is now one shared by many with the efforts [...]
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